About Messebauer
Messebauer is a venture capital firm located in Berlin, Germany. It primarily invests in United Kingdom based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Food and Agriculture Tech to Enterprise Applications and High Tech. Overall, Messebauer portfolio has seen 1 unicorn, 1 IPO and 4 acquisitions including key companies like Freetrade, Moneybox and JustPark.Key Metrics
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Messebauer's List of Top Investments
Messebauer has a portfolio of 19 companies, one of which is a Unicorn. Their most notable investments include Freetrade and Moneybox.Their portfolio spans across United Kingdom, Kenya, Spain and 1 more locations. They have invested in Food and Agriculture Tech, Enterprise Applications, High Tech and 14 other sectors. Here is the list of top investments by Messebauer:1. Freetrade
App-based stock market trading platform. It allows users to invest in shares, ETFs, SIPs, and investment trusts. It also offers investments in fractional shares and tax-efficient pension savings. Its application is available for Android and iOS platforms.
Key facts about Freetrade
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $165M
- Employee Count: 251 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Daintree.VC, Messebauer and 79 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jun 26, 2023, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
2. Moneybox
App based platform for users to save, invest, buy a home, and plan for retirement. It is designed to make financial planning accessible and straightforward, catering to both beginners and those looking to manage multiple aspects of their finances in one place. The app is available on both iOS and Android platforms.
Key facts about Moneybox
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Annual Revenue: £50M - £100M as on May 31, 2024
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $131M
- Employee Count: 524 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Fidelity Investments, Amundi and 35 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Apr 13, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. JustPark
Platform offering parking space discovery and booking for various vehicle types. It enables users to find available parking spots, compare options, reserve spaces, and manage bookings for short-term or long-term use. The platform supports both private and commercial listings, providing structured information about access, availability, and vehicle suitability.
Key facts about JustPark
- Founded Year: 2006
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $10.6M
- Employee Count: 231 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Messebauer, BMW i Ventures and 22 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jan 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
4. Adzuna
Aggregator of job postings and provider of job search tools. It offers a comprehensive search engine for various job types and industries, allowing users to find employment opportunities across diverse sectors. The platform also provides resources such as salary data and resume evaluation tools to assist job seekers in their search. Advanced search functionalities enable users to refine their searches based on specific criteria. A mobile application extends the service's accessibility.
Key facts about Adzuna
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Annual Revenue: £10M - £50M as on Jun 30, 2019
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $283K
- Employee Count: 162 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Nordic Makers, Messebauer and 30 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Jul 04, 2023, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
5. Veeqo
Provider of multichannel ecommerce shipping software with order and inventory management. The platform offers label purchasing, rate comparison, and shipping integrations. It provides tools for order management, inventory level automation, and reporting. The software also includes features for digital picking and real-time inventory synchronization across sales channels.
Key facts about Veeqo
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Swansea (United Kingdom)
- Annual Revenue: £10M - £50M as on Dec 31, 2023
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $11.5M
- Employee Count: 71 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Messebauer, Octopus Ventures and 7 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Apr 18, 2021, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
Unicorns in Messebauer's Portfolio
Messebauer has 1 unicorn in its portfolio - Moneybox. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is Moneybox which became a unicorn in 2026.Here is a list of unicorns in Messebauer's portfolio:
Filter this listTracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76 | Developer of mobile applications for automated personal savings and investments | 2015 | London | Series D | rwgggeq |
IPOs and Publicly Listed companies in Messebauer's Portfolio
1 of Messebauer's portfolio company became public - Festicket.Here are Messebauer's portfolio companies that went public:
Company | IPO Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
- | - | - | 7437 |
Acquired companies in Messebauer's Portfolio
4 companies from Messebauer's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Freetrade in Jan 2025 by IG Group for $*****.Here are Messebauer's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jan 16, 2025 | - | - | 2678 | |
Mar 21, 2024 | - | - | 5571 | |
Mar 16, 2023 | - | - | 6453 | |
Mar 07, 2022 | - | - | 5355 |
