Kernel Capital lead investment in Arralis

Kernel Capital Manager of The Bank of Ireland Kernel Capital Investment Funds is delighted to confirm it has led a syndicated investment in Limerick and Belfast-based Arralis, a developer of world-leading expertise in radio-frequency, micro and millimetre-wave technology.
Arralis’ technology is used in both global and space environments where accuracy and reliability are critical.  With ten new products in the pipeline, the company recently opened a design centre in Belfast to further their growth plans.  Since investment Arralis have increased employment by 30 per cent which they plan to double in 2015.
The European Space Agency has contracted Arralis to deliver a radar system, which can be used to identify dangerous landing zones with the identification of small objects, such as rocks, which may cause damage to the spacecraft.
"Arralis has proven expertise in microwave and millimetre wave technology and has a credible customer base including Space Agencies, national standard laboratories and commercial aircraft manufacturers.  We are delighted to support the Bank of Ireland Kernel Capital Venture Funds investing in this innovative firm."
Donal Duffy, Head of Enterprise Ireland Relations, Bank of Ireland
"I wish Arralis every success in its space endeavours and in its future growth."
Damien English T.D., Minister of Skills, Research & Innovation
"Kernel Capital is delighted to invest in this dynamic company.  This ESA contract is a strong endorsement of the Company’s ground-breaking technology and design skills.  We look forward to a continuing flow of excellent new state-of-the-art products over the coming year."
Dr Daniel McCaughan, Partner, Kernel Capital