We accelerate solutions to modernise and transform heavy industries, including aerospace, shipping, and energy.

We connect innovators, investors and industry players to drive innovation, economic growth and lasting change.

We embody a global commitment to achieving net zero by 2050…

… and a dedication to enabling industries to evolve sustainably.

part of The Fifty Group

About XeleratedFifty

Xelerated Fifty is a global innovation partner that helps corporates and governments source, scale, and commercialise breakthrough technologies in complex, high-impact industries such as aerospace, defence, shipping, and energy.

We focus on practical execution – connecting startups, investors, corporates, and public sector stakeholders to deliver revenue-generating pilots, strategic investments, and market-ready innovation to drive commercial outcomes and economic growth.

With a proven track record of turning innovation into impact, Xelerated Fifty invests in and scales emerging technologies tailored to regional priorities, helping corporates and governments address real-world challenges. We provide a structured pathway for sourcing, validating, and integrating early-stage solutions - combining funding, technical insight, and market execution to accelerate adoption. We work with our partners to turn innovation into strategic growth, new revenue lines, and impact on a national scale.

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Founders, Startups & SMEs

Our accelerator programme provides unrivalled industry access, investment, mentorship & support for startups & SMEs.

Corporate & Government Partners

We transform the innovation capability of our partners through a world-class programme which combines research, ecosystem activation, and startup engagement.

Investors

We provide access to high potential startups, ensuring due diligence, accelerating growth, and maximizing returns.

Portfolio

We provide investment, mentorship and support to help early-stage startups and SMEs accelerate their solutions and help industry leaders solve real-world challenges.

Selected portfolio companies:

sees.ai

Cutting edge technology for unmanned flight

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ubloquity

A Blockchain platform that provides a trust protocol for the global supply chain and facilitates frictionless trade across borders

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HiiROC

Thermal plasma electrolysis for low- cost, zero-emission hydrogen & synthetic fuels

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Phycobloom

Green, efficient, and affordable energy from algae, to compliment other renewable sources.

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Signol

Applied behavioural science to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

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Authentise

Data-driven collaboration and workflow management solutions.

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Pegasus

Autonomous aircraft and intelligent systems to unlock the full potential of aviation.

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Team

Our team includes innovators, industry experts, and strategic partners dedicated to reshaping heavy industries for a better future.

CEO
Nichola Bates
Chief of Staff
Eva Strang
Chief Strategy Officer
Jacqueline Koopman
COO
Phil Quinn
Chairman
Krishnan Narayanan
CMO
Jonathan Trippett
General Counsel
Laura Byrnes
Director of Business Development (North America)
Veena Rao
Investment Principal
Paul Miles
Consultant, National Security & Defence
Peter Winter
Senior Investment Analyst
Geoff de Groot
Fifty Group Partner
Simon Talling-Smith
Fifty Group Partner
Glenn Morgan
Fifty Group Partner
Julia Sattel
Fifty Group Partner
Marco van der Sanden
Fifty Group Partner
David Hughes

Contact Us

We want to hear from you. Whether you are interested in becoming a business partner or investor, a startup or SME who wants to accelerate your solution, have a media enquiry, or just want to find out more, use the form below to get in touch – and we’ll get back to you soon.

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