Business visa platform secures six-figure backingA travel technology start-up has secured fresh investment to support its growth as demand for its automated business visa platform continues to increase. VisaDoc has received a six-figure investment from NPIF II – Mercia Equity Finance, managed by Mercia as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II). Launched in March, VisaDoc’s platform automates the business visa application process, helping organisations create, validate and manage applications across more than 190 destinations while giving employers greater visibility over employee travel. James said: “Millions of employees travel overseas on business each year and every big company has visa horror stories to tell. “We believe it could transform this part of the business travel market and are pleased to support them as they prepare to raise a larger funding round.”