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Jola

A mobile data specialist and eSIM Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO)

Company overview

Jola is an award-winning, channel-only supplier of communications, specialising in data SIMs for IoT, M2M and mobile broadband. Besides traditional resellers and dealers, we service IT VARs, MSPs and IoT specialists, trusted by their customers to deliver and support solutions. Jola has adapted its approach to address the particular needs of each channel, providing customised services and support.

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BGF has a fantastic track record of investment overall and it was their references and reputation in the ICT space that made them a clear choice for Jola.

With BGF’s support, we have an opportunity to build on what we have achieved over the last seven years, helping even more Jola partners to win large high margin IoT and M2M projects. BGF has a proven track record in acting as a catalyst for strategic, fast growth in ambitious businesses and their support so far has proved vital in helping us refine our expansion plans.

Andrew Dickinson, CEO

Company information

Head office
  • Nottingham
CEO
  • Andrew Dickinson
Chair
BGF office
BGF team
Investment date
  • Mar 2021
Total BGF investment
  • £10.25m

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