Jones AV receives a significant investment from River Capital to drive growth.
- The firm’s solutions are present in over 600 operating theatres globally.
- Jones AV plans to enhance its software and create six new positions.
- Support from the Liverpool City Region is key to this strategic move.
- River Capital endorses Jones AV as a high-growth, innovative enterprise.
Jones AV, a firm specialising in audio-visual technology for operating theatres, has secured a significant six-figure investment from River Capital. Established in 2008 in Birkenhead by Ingo Aicher, the company has emerged as a pioneer in the field of medical audio-visual integration with its technology installed in more than 600 operating theatres across 13 countries. Notably, it was recognised at the 2024 Innovation Awards in Barcelona for its ‘Integrated Operating Theatre of Things’ system.
The newly acquired investment will be utilised to foster the company’s growth trajectory, with plans to create six new job opportunities this year. Part of the funding will be allocated to enhancing Jones AV’s proprietary operating theatre control software. This enhancement is anticipated to substantially improve the firm’s competitive edge and profitability within the medical technology market, according to River Capital.
The investment from the £18m North West Business Growth Loan Fund, supported by MSIF and TDC, is a testament to the firm’s potential. Additionally, the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority’s Flexible Growth Fund has provided extra support. Both funds are managed by Liverpool-based River Capital, underscoring a strategic alignment with regional economic objectives.
Explaining the significance of this development, Ingo Aicher stated that the support from River Capital comes at a crucial time for Jones AV. It will allow the firm to leverage its substantial order book, expedite software development, and continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in operating theatre integration. He highlights the potential this creates, not just for the company, but for advancing patient care through technology.
Jim Moore, investment manager at River Capital, praised Jones AV as an exemplar of innovation and high growth potential. He noted that their track record of delivering cutting-edge healthcare solutions aligns well with River Capital’s investment strategy, expressing confidence that the funding will enhance the company’s expansion and strengthen the region’s reputation as a hub for medical innovation.
This investment marks a pivotal chapter for Jones AV, enhancing its technological capabilities and contributing to regional economic growth.
