Michael D'Onofrio

The commercial fleet industry faces a complex challenge. As the UK works towards ambitious net zero targets, the pressure to decarbonise is mounting. At the same time, consumer expectations for fast, flexible service delivery have never been higher. A successful transition to zero emission transport will depend on a critical factor: reliable public infrastructure. Aegis Energy is empowering commercial fleets to make this shift by building the first network of clean, multi-energy hubs across the UK. Our mission is to make the transition energising; not overwhelming. We are providing operators with the power of choice - enabling them to decarbonise on their terms, with the flexibility to future-proof their operations and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market. By working closely with operators, we ensure they have the solutions they need to focus on what they do best: keeping vehicles and supply chains moving. From strategically located hubs and high-speed refuelling, to best in class driver welfare facilities, we’re not just accelerating the decarbonisation of commercial transport – we’re helping fleets stay ahead of the competition, win customers and retain drivers.

We are redefining vehicle rentals with our state-of-art technology. Powered by IoT and AI, our software enables car and van rental operators digitise and grow their operations, analyse and improve fleet management effectively and reduce costs. Our innovative digital mobility solution helps improve fleet efficiency, opens new avenues of revenue and connects rental operators to more customers while providing enhanced security, convenience and efficiency. Our contactless and connected ecosystem also aims at making vehicle rentals simpler and personalised for end-customers.

Avane Cloud Kitchens is a foodtech scale-up developing a unique portfolio of local food brands delivered through cloud kitchens to reimagine the regional food delivery experience. Avane Cloud Kitchens operates virtual restaurants offering delivery-only takeaway services through online channels.

GRIDSERVE® is a tech-enabled sustainable energy business whose purpose is to deliver sustainable energy and move the needle on climate change. GRIDSERVE is delivering a Sun-to-Wheel sustainable energy ecosystem. This features the worlds most advanced hybrid solar + battery farms and remote power solutions, which generate net zero carbon energy for our award-winning electric vehicle charging infrastructure, supported by our electric vehicle leasing and solutions business. GRIDSERVE is accelerating the decarbonisation of transport and rapidly transforming the UKs EV charging experience through its award-winning GRIDSERVE Electric Highway charging network, comprised of our Electric Forecourts®, and Electric Hubs, all powered by net zero carbon energy. GRIDSERVE have also announced our Partner Network, to help our partners across the world to advance their EV ambitions in the earliest possible timeframes. We are interested in connecting with people and businesses considering leasing electric vehicles, project developers, landowners, land agents, local authorities, and multiple other potential partners interested in accelerating the deployment of sustainable energy.

Make complex security toolstacks a thing of the past and gain efficiency with SenseOn, a consolidated cyber defence system. SenseOn is the single piece of software security stack, combining the capabilities of EDR, NDR, SOAR, SIEM, and AV into a single platform. By alerting accurately on genuine threats in a single system, SenseOn dramatically reduces noise from rapidly-increasing volumes of data, consolidates your security stack, and gives you full visibility into your cloud and on-prem IT infrastructure. The SenseOn platform captures all endpoint and network data natively in a consistent format and automatically contextualises this data, providing security teams with the necessary context to thoroughly understand and remediate threats. This unique approach to cybersecurity means that security teams can use a single system to capture rich data from across their estate in one unified data model without incurring the resource, inefficiency and financial costs associated with using several disparate security tools or from tools which are simply integrating disparate data under the hood. Founded in 2017 by David Atkinson, the first cyber specialist in the United Kingdom’s specialist military units, SenseOn brings together cyber security experts, former government cyber operatives and applied machine learning specialists. Pioneering a new approach to security, SenseOn was named the “Cybersecurity Innovation of 2019” by the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) and a World Economic Forum (WEF) Technology Pioneer in June 2021.

For more than 30 years, Achilles has protected organisations’ business interests and reputations by providing unrivalled levels of supply chain transparency, carbon reduction and management. We are the ESG and carbon management partner of choice for the world’s leading global brands. Achilles specialises in supporting customers that require truly robust environmental, social and governance reporting to fully comply with ESG regulation, meet investor requirements and achieve their own ambitious sustainability goals. We work with market-leading financial, industrial, commercial and governmental organisations requiring the serious, detailed analysis and expert insight necessary to deliver exceptional reporting confidence. Operating from 17 locations worldwide, Achilles is at the forefront of the battle against climate change, a champion for social justice and human rights, and an expert in health, safety, and risk management.

TerraFive was founded on a mission to build a digital, sustainable and enduring legacy for the next generation. Our platform is centred around the accelerating climate and sustainability megatrend shaping our society and planet where many large businesses are going to be built over the next decade. To achieve this a huge amount of capital is needed to be mobilised by humanity to achieve our environmental goals by 2030. At TerraFive we buy and build companies with positive impact across the climate and sustainability space through our combination of growth, transformation and acquisition experience. We are hands-on business builders focussed on scaling companies that are better for people and the planet while generating top-tier financial returns. Our headquarters is in London and we focus on UK technology and tech-enabled companies across our climate and sustainability themes that can act as platforms for international growth.

The commercial fleet industry faces a complex challenge. As the UK works towards ambitious net zero targets, the pressure to decarbonise is mounting. At the same time, consumer expectations for fast, flexible service delivery have never been higher. A successful transition to zero emission transport will depend on a critical factor: reliable public infrastructure. Aegis Energy is empowering commercial fleets to make this shift by building the first network of clean, multi-energy hubs across the UK. Our mission is to make the transition energising; not overwhelming. We are providing operators with the power of choice - enabling them to decarbonise on their terms, with the flexibility to future-proof their operations and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market. By working closely with operators, we ensure they have the solutions they need to focus on what they do best: keeping vehicles and supply chains moving. From strategically located hubs and high-speed refuelling, to best in class driver welfare facilities, we’re not just accelerating the decarbonisation of commercial transport – we’re helping fleets stay ahead of the competition, win customers and retain drivers.

We are redefining vehicle rentals with our state-of-art technology. Powered by IoT and AI, our software enables car and van rental operators digitise and grow their operations, analyse and improve fleet management effectively and reduce costs. Our innovative digital mobility solution helps improve fleet efficiency, opens new avenues of revenue and connects rental operators to more customers while providing enhanced security, convenience and efficiency. Our contactless and connected ecosystem also aims at making vehicle rentals simpler and personalised for end-customers.

Avane Cloud Kitchens is a foodtech scale-up developing a unique portfolio of local food brands delivered through cloud kitchens to reimagine the regional food delivery experience. Avane Cloud Kitchens operates virtual restaurants offering delivery-only takeaway services through online channels.

Planet First Partners is a growth equity platform that invests in and partners with disruptive entrepreneurs to scale tech-enabled businesses that combine a purpose-driven mission, profitable growth, and a people-centric culture. As an Article 9 fund, Planet First Partners applies rigorous methodology for sustainable investing and commits to always follow the highest standards and strictest criteria. Founded in 2020, Planet First Partners is made up of a highly experienced, qualified team of investment and sustainability experts focused on maximising and optimising sustainability. The team is complemented by a mission-aligned advisory board, made up of global business and political leaders.