National Security Strategic Investment Fund

About NSSIF

The National Security Strategic Investment Fund (NSSIF, en-sif) is the UK Government’s corporate venturing arm for pioneering dual-use technologies. It was established as a joint initiative between the Government and the British Business Bank. NSSIF enables the UK National Security and Defence (NS&D) community to adopt the most innovative technology from the market at scale and pace, to help protect the UK's security and prosperity.

NSSIF invests commercially, alongside other investors, in innovative start-ups, whose advanced dual-use technologies have potential applications both in the private sector and in the NS&D community. This is done through direct investments where there is a strong strategic case, and investment into aligned venture capital funds. NSSIF forms long-term partnerships with industry and venture capital with a particular focus on:

• AI, Data, Automation and Robotics
• Quantum Technologies and Semiconductors
• Space, Flight and Future Telecommunications
• Emerging Technology, including Engineering Biology

NSSIF also funds research & development programmes with select companies to trial, test and adapt technologies with end users, and delivers market insight to de-risk and guide technology decision-making across government. This unique combination of investments, research and development and insight drives UK strategic advantage, accelerates the adoption of pioneering tech, backs innovative companies to scale, and supports our economy with jobs, skills and opportunities.