# Albagaia

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/albagaia

- Industry: Environmental Services
- Headquarters: Edinburgh, UK
- Website: www.albagaia.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.4M
- Latest round: Angel (Apr 5, 2012)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Albagaia Limited focuses on innovative water safety solutions, specializing in rapid testing for Legionella to safeguard public health across various sectors such as healthcare and hospitality.Albagaia Limited develops rapid Legionella testing solutions. The company is headquartered in Edinburgh, UK. Founded by Steve Barfield, who has a history in launching tech ventures, Albagaia secured a GRANT of GBP 0.25 mn from Scottish Enterprise and Zero Waste Scotland, contributing to a total amount raised of GBP 0.24 mn. The most recent deal occurred on October 10, 2016, when BBI Group Holding Limited acquired Novarum DX from Albagaia Limited, enhancing its business strategy.Albagaia Limited specializes in Legionella testing solutions, offering test kits that detect all Legionella pneumophila serogroups 1-15 within 25 minutes. These products play a crucial role in identifying Legionella in diverse water systems, catering to industries like healthcare, hospitality, and construction, where water safety is essential. Their clients range from healthcare organizations to facility management and industrial clients across North America, Europe, and Asia, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.Albagaia Limited generates revenue through direct sales of its products, such as the Hydrosense PRO and Hydrosense ONE test kits, marketed on a B2B basis. The company's transactions typically involve bulk purchases from organizations that require regular testing to mitigate health risks associated with Legionella. This model allows for comprehensive customer support and training in effective test implementation, targeting a mix of direct-to-consumer sales and partnerships to expand market presence.Albagaia Limited aims to innovate by designing new testing products, though specific release dates are not available. The company is exploring opportunities to expand into new geographic markets to enhance its footprint in the sector. Recent funding from the GRANT will be allocated for these initiatives, potentially strengthening its product offerings and market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Angel, Apr 5, 2012, $0.4M — Equity Gap, Scottish Enterprise

## Investors

- Equity Gap (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/equity-gap) — Angel
- Scottish Enterprise (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/scottish-enterprise) — Angel