Nottingham-based TSC Simulation has received a six-figure investment from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, managed in the East and South East Midlands by Maven Capital Partners. The funding comes via the British Business Bank and is aimed at supporting the company’s growth, software development, team expansion, and new product launches.
Founded in 1978, TSC develops operator training simulators and high-fidelity simulation platforms used across multiple industrial sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear, utilities, food production, and pharmaceuticals. Its systems replicate real-world plant and control operations to enhance safety, performance, and decision-making. TSC’s simulators are deployed in more than 30 countries and are used by major clients, as well as educational institutions delivering standardised industry training programmes and emergency response courses.
The company is introducing simulation tools aligned with renewable energy applications, including hydrogen production, in response to growing demand from the education and industry sectors. TSC remains a family-owned business, led by CEO Andrew Bolton, who succeeded founder Michael Bolton in 2022.
The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, with a total capital of £400 million, provides equity investments up to £5 million and debt financing from £25,000 to £2 million for small and medium-sized businesses across the Midlands region. The fund has previously supported multiple regional businesses seeking to scale operations, develop new products, or innovate within their sectors.
