Reusable mask maker that supplies NHS secures £1.6m

A Cornwall company that makes reusable surgical masks and gowns has secured £1.6m of funding.

Revolution-Zero, which was founded during the Covid pandemic, received £1m from the South West Investment Fund via appointed fund manager FSE Group as well as investment from private angels.

The injection of equity will help create 20 jobs at the Truro-based medical textiles firm, while supporting the growth of the business.

Founder and chief executive Tom Dawson said: "We are thrilled to receive this South West Investment Fund investment via FSE, which will