20 Selected Startups for the UK-Ukraine TechBridge Investment Accelerator 2025

Following the recent signing of the UK-Ukraine 100-Year Partnership Agreement, the Department for Business and Trade, the Ukrainian Ministry of Digital Transformation, and London-based VC fund 1991 Ventures have announced the 20 Ukrainian startups selected for the second cohort of the UK-Ukraine TechBridge Investment Accelerator.

This initiative forms an integral part of the 100-Year Partnership Declaration, designed to facilitate mutual commercial interests, support innovation, and accelerate the development of globally competitive technologies.

Last year, the pilot programme featured 20 pre-seed and seed-stage Ukrainian startups, which collectively raised over €7 million in grants and investments within six months of their Demo Day.

For 2025, the focus shifted to Seed to Series A startups with proven market traction, clear investment needs ranging from €460K to €4.6M, and a strong potential to scale in the UK market.

The selected startups will benefit from direct access to the UK investment ecosystem and receive hands-on mentorship from leading UK-based VCs, with the ultimate goal of securing investment deals.

Gareth Thomas MP, Minister for Services, Small Business and Exports, said:

Initiatives like these are creating valuable partnerships and driving sustainable growth in Ukraine’s tech sector, ensuring it remains resilient and competitive on the global stage. I’m delighted the exceptional Ukrainian startups selected will benefit from the expertise of UK-based Venture Capital funds and access to the UK’s lucrative investment landscape.

Startups at the Forefront of Innovation

Chosen for their innovative solutions and scalability, the 20 selected startups span a range of sectors, including health tech, AI, green energy, and advanced logistics.

The 2025 Cohort:

• AllClinicalTrials.com – A B2B2C solution that helps patients find and enrol in clinical trials while streamlining recruitment for sponsors.
• avataa – An AI-powered platform offering digital twin technology to create a Single Source of Truth for enterprise decision-making.
• buzzabout – A tool that uses AI to extract key narratives from billions of social media conversations for market research.
• Carbominer – Develops solar-powered direct air capture systems for greenhouses to reduce CO₂ supply costs.
• ConnectiveOne – AI-based customer communication platform aimed at reducing customer and lead churn.
• CONSOLID.AI – A digital logistics ecosystem automating operations using AI for maximum control and efficiency.
• Deeployalty – Integrates e-receipts, cashback, and loyalty tools into banking apps to improve engagement sustainably.
• ECOFACTOR – Develops smart EV charging hubs powered by renewable energy and used by 200k+ users.
• Harmix – AI-powered music search and recommendation tool for content producers and media companies.
• JobCannon – AI and analytics-based recruitment platform reducing hiring bias and improving job matches.
• Mantis Analytics – Provides real-time situational awareness and threat intelligence through AI-powered analysis.
• Mark – A personalised AI health assistant offering supplement and wellness plans to optimise employee health.
• Nation of Engineers – A scalable edtech model offering engineering training and upskilling.
• PROFEED – IoT solution for dairy farms that digitises and optimises cattle feeding for better productivity.
• UpLife – A CBT-based mental wellness app designed to improve emotional health and resilience.
• VanOnGo – Logistics SaaS platform reducing costs and improving delivery for businesses of all sizes.
• Verba – AI toolkit for creators offering automated subtitles, translations, denoising, and more.
• xTiles – A flexible productivity platform combining visual planning with ease of use.
• X-Ray Contact – Aggregates online identity data to simplify and speed up verification processes.
• YC World – A compliance and risk platform visualising corporate networks and helping detect fraud.

For the full list and startup one-pagers, visit: Cohort 2025 Overview

Programme Highlights

More than 15 UK-based venture capital funds have joined the programme as experts and “buddy mentors.” The accelerator includes:

• Expert Support & Mentorship: Personalised guidance during a 9-week online programme, expert-led masterclasses, and bi-weekly virtual office hours.
• Investment Support: Investor speed-dating sessions, dedicated 1:1 meetings with investors, and in-person networking events in London, including a Demo Day during London Tech Week.

Viktor Gursky, Partner at 1991 Ventures, added:

This programme plays a crucial role in fostering UK-Ukrainian tech collaboration, providing high-growth Ukrainian startups with the support they need to secure investment and scale successfully. Beyond just funding, it represents a commitment to long-term cooperation and shared success in the global tech ecosystem.