What we did:
Our corporate team advised Bionema on its investment. The Swansea University-based biotech company specialises in the development and sale of bio-pesticides in the agri-food sector. The investment will be used to develop organic pesticides that will reduce the use of chemical pesticide for crop pest control.
What happened:
Dr Minshad Ali Ansari, founder and MD of Bionema, said: ‘we are really pleased that the Development Bank of Wales, Swansea Innovation, and our overseas investor, Mrs Shahnan Chowdhury, recognise our potential and our achievements to date as we capitalise on the industry drive to reduce dependence on chemical pesticides with safe and sustainable solutions. Their funding will enable us to further develop our biopesticide products and take advantage of the growing organic market.’
Rachel Hillier, our Corporate Associate who advised on the deal, added, ‘It’s great to have assisted Bionema with this initial investment that will allow the company to meet increasing market demand for green pesticides.’
