PortSwigger Expands Globally with New Offices in London and Atlanta

Application security specialist PortSwigger has expanded its international footprint with the launch of two new offices, one in London’s innovation corridor and another in Atlanta’s Ponce City Market. The move supports the company’s 2025 growth strategy, aimed at strengthening its global presence and enhancing support for its customer base, over half of which is located in North America.

CEO and founder Dafydd Stuttard commented on the expansion, stating, “Taking PortSwigger global isn’t about going bigger – it’s about getting closer. Closer to our customers, and to the talent that will continue to shape our future.” He added that the new locations reflect a commitment to building strong local teams while preserving the company’s unique culture.

The London office, dubbed The Jellicoe, places the company at the heart of the city’s tech talent pool, while the Atlanta hub provides a foothold in a growing cybersecurity ecosystem. Both offices have been purpose-built to support collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning, ensuring that the PortSwigger experience remains consistent across Knutsford, London, and Atlanta.

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Holiferm Appoints New CEO to Lead Global Expansion

Holiferm, the UK-based biotech company pioneering sustainable alternatives to petrochemicals, has named Charles Dimmler as its new CEO, signalling a strategic shift towards international growth and commercial expansion. Founder Ben Dolman will step into a newly created Chief Innovation Officer role, focusing on advancing the company’s fermentation-based technology.

The leadership change comes on the back of a major growth phase for Holiferm, which has scaled up operations significantly since its £18.5 million Series B raise in 2023. The company’s production facility in Wallasey recently boosted its capacity by 1.5x, now reaching 1.65KTA, as demand for its eco-friendly biosurfactants continues to rise—particularly in the homecare and industrial cleaning markets.

Dolman, who founded Holiferm in 2018, said the transition reflects the company’s evolution from a technology-driven start-up to a global commercial player. “We’ve built real momentum in the past two years. Now’s the right time to bring in a leader with deep experience in scaling sustainable businesses. Charles is well-placed to take Holiferm into its next phase.”

Dimmler brings nearly 30 years of experience in biotech and sustainable materials, having previously co-founded Checkerspot and held senior roles at Solazyme, where he oversaw deals worth over $680 million, including a $220 million IPO. Investors backing Holiferm’s recent growth—such as Clean Growth Fund, ICOS Capital, and Rhapsody Venture Partners—have voiced strong support for his appointment.

Holiferm’s approach combines green chemistry with capital-efficient scaling, aiming to offer biosurfactants that compete with petrochemical equivalents on both price and performance. The company’s newest product, GranuSurf, a granulated biosurfactant, is expanding its commercial reach across homecare and industrial segments.

Dimmler said he was drawn to Holiferm’s pragmatic yet innovative approach to cleaning up the chemicals sector. “What stood out is the combination of proven tech, operational readiness, and a talented team. We’re well-positioned to scale globally—particularly in North America, Asia, and Latin America—at a time when the market is actively looking for greener, high-performance solutions.”

With an ambitious target of 15 million tonnes in annual production by 2035, Holiferm is aiming to reshape the chemical industry from the inside out.

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Wilmslow-Based Citation Group Expands Australian Presence with Acquisition of foundU

The Citation Group, a Wilmslow-headquartered compliance software specialist led by CEO Chris Morris, has strengthened its presence in Australia with the acquisition of Brisbane-based foundU, a provider of integrated cloud-based workforce management solutions. The move marks the company’s fourth acquisition in the region since 2022 and underscores its strategy to support SMEs navigating Australia’s complex employment regulations.

foundU’s platform, used by nearly 700 businesses, consolidates onboarding, rostering, time tracking, and payroll into a single system designed to simplify operations while ensuring compliance. Its self-service tools also empower employees to manage their schedules and payroll information more independently.

Russell Evans, Managing Director of Citation Group Australia, said the acquisition highlights a shared commitment to supporting growing businesses: “Both foundU and Citation are dedicated to helping SMEs reduce their administrative burdens. Together, we’re enabling businesses to focus less on compliance and more on their growth potential.”

Founded in 2015 by Tyson Armitage (Chief Strategy Officer) & Michael Ott foundU has built a reputation for making workforce management easier for Australian businesses. Joining The Citation Group allows it to scale its impact and enhance its offering as part of a broader portfolio of business-critical services.

Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer Tyson Armitage welcomed the opportunity: “This is a big moment for foundU. The partnership gives us the resources and support to expand while staying true to our mission of simplifying workforce management.”

Matt Stacey, Divisional Managing Director for Impact & International at The Citation Group, added: “Australia remains a key strategic market. foundU’s platform fits seamlessly with what we offer and strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful value to SMEs across the region.”

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Manchester Agency Teams Up with Glaisyers to Tackle AI Legal Risks with New ComplyAI Service

A Manchester micro-agency has launched a new service aimed at helping businesses navigate the murky legal waters of artificial intelligence use. BrandXYZ, the brainchild of former Transport for Greater Manchester brand chief Jo Taylor, has joined forces with national law firm Glaisyers to create ComplyAI—a dedicated AI policy solution designed to mitigate legal risk and copyright concerns in an increasingly AI-driven world.

The service comes at a crucial time, with recent research revealing that 82% of generative AI users admit to inputting third-party content into prompts, often unaware of potential copyright infringement. Meanwhile, 71% of writers remain in the dark about whether their organisations even have AI guidelines in place, and 95% of managers report concerns about the legality of tools like ChatGPT.

ComplyAI aims to bring clarity to this grey area with a streamlined three-step process. It starts with an expert-led audit of how AI is currently used within the business, moves on to an industry compliance and risk assessment, and finishes with a bespoke AI policy tailored to the organisation’s specific needs.

“Too many companies are jumping into AI without considering the risks,” said Jo Taylor, founder of BrandXYZ. “ComplyAI goes beyond cookie-cutter templates. It’s a practical, affordable way for organisations—particularly those without large in-house legal or compliance teams—to safely embrace the benefits of AI.”

Steve Kuncewicz, Partner at Glaisyers ETL, echoed the urgency of getting governance in place. “Without clear policies, companies leave themselves exposed to GDPR breaches, IP disputes, and wider regulatory action,” he said. “AI governance isn’t a luxury anymore—it’s a necessity.”

He added that AI policy development isn’t a “set it and forget it” task: “With the pace of change in this space, annual reviews are vital to keep policies relevant and effective.”

BrandXYZ, which only recently launched under Taylor’s leadership, is carving out a niche at the intersection of technology, regulation and brand strategy—and ComplyAI may be its most timely innovation yet.

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