David Bestwick
Founder at ARQIT QUANTUM INC.
Net worth: 4 M $ as of 31/03/2024
Profile
David James Bestwick is the founder of three companies: Avanti Communications Group Plc (founded in 1996), ArQit Ltd.
(founded in 2016), and Arqit Quantum, Inc. (founded in 2021).
He held the titles of Executive Director & Technical Director at Avanti Communications Group Plc from 2013 to 2018, and previously held multiple positions, including Director at Avanti Communications Ltd.
(since 2014), Managing Director at Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd., Director at Avanti Broadband Ltd., and Director at Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd.
He previously held positions as Director at Avanti Space Ltd.
(2014-2018), Chief Technology Officer at Insetco Plc (2004-2007), and Director at various Avanti Communications companies.
Bestwick received an undergraduate degree from the University of Leicester in 1987.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ARQIT QUANTUM INC.
3.70% | 15/04/2024 | 6,074,699 ( 3.70% ) | 4 M $ | 31/03/2024 |
David Bestwick active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| ARQIT QUANTUM INC. | Founder | 26/04/2021 |
Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd.
 Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Part of Avanti Communications Group Plc, Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd. engages in satellite data communications services. The private company is based in Limassol, Cyprus. The Cypriot company was founded in 2010. The CEO is David James Bestwick. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Avanti Communications Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Ltd. provides communication services. The company was founded on September 13, 1995 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 26/06/2014 |
Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd.
 Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. provides satellite communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 26/06/2014 |
Avanti Broadband Ltd.
 Avanti Broadband Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband Ltd. provides satellite telecommunication services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | - |
ArQit Ltd.
 ArQit Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services ArQit Ltd. Provides quantum key communication network and information technology services. The company was founded in 016 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Founder | 01/01/2016 |
Former positions of David Bestwick
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| AVANTI COMMUNICATIONS GROUP PLC | Founder | 30/06/2018 |
Avanti Space Ltd.
 Avanti Space Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Space Ltd. provides satellite telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 30/06/2018 |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. operates as holding company. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 30/06/2018 |
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Training of David Bestwick
| University of Leicester | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 1 |
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| ARQIT QUANTUM INC. | Technology Services |
| Private companies | 14 |
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Insetco Plc
 Insetco Plc Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Insetco Plc provides opportunities and facilities to securitize life settlement policies. Its objective is to match risk-reward characteristics for institutional investors whilst generating equity returns for its shareholders. The company was founded on April 27, 2004 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Communications Group Plc
 Avanti Communications Group Plc Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Group Plc engages in the provision of satellite communications and broadband services to business, institutional and residential customers. It specializes in traditional fixed-line and mobile networks and other related services. The company was founded on March 3, 2007 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Space Ltd.
Avanti Space Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Space Ltd. provides satellite telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Ltd.
Avanti Communications Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Ltd. provides communication services. The company was founded on September 13, 1995 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd.
Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Part of Avanti Communications Group Plc, Avanti Hylas 2 Cyprus Ltd. engages in satellite data communications services. The private company is based in Limassol, Cyprus. The Cypriot company was founded in 2010. The CEO is David James Bestwick. | Communications |
Avanti Broadband Ltd.
Avanti Broadband Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband Ltd. provides satellite telecommunication services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd.
Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. provides satellite communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd.
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. operates as holding company. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. provides satellite data communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Space 3 Ltd.
 Avanti Space 3 Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Space 3 Ltd. provides satellite telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Local TV Services Ltd.
 Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. produces factual and entertainment programs. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd. provides satellite communications, telecommunications and multi-media services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd.
 Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. engages in satellite telecommunications activities. The firm’s sectors include enterprise, broadband, carrier services and government services. The company was incorporated on February 24, 2009 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
ArQit Ltd.
ArQit Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services ArQit Ltd. Provides quantum key communication network and information technology services. The company was founded in 016 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Commercial Services |
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