Luffy AI, an Abingdon-based startup developing adaptive AI control systems for industrial equipment, has raised £8.1 million in a Series A round led by BGF. MIG Capital, through its MIG Fonds, also participated, alongside existing backers Bow Capital, Chrysalix Venture Capital, Momenta Ventures, and UK Innovation & Science Seed Fund.

The company builds lightweight, energy-efficient neuroplastic AI designed to run at the edge and continuously adapt to changing operating conditions. Its technology is aimed at industrial applications including electric motors, where Luffy AI says more intelligent control could help address persistent inefficiencies.

The new funding will be used to advance its adaptive AI approach for electric motors, with the goal of creating systems that can tune themselves in real-world environments. Luffy AI serves customers across manufacturing, metals, speciality materials, and robotics.