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Trinity Capital Inc. Provides $20 Million in Growth Capital to Emboline, Inc. to Advance Interventional Heart Procedure Technology

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Trinity Capital (Nasdaq: TRIN) committed $20 million in growth capital to Emboline to support commercial preparation for the Emboliner embolic protection catheter. The Emboliner uses a flexible mesh to capture and remove debris during minimally invasive heart procedures.

Emboline completed patient enrollment in the PROTECT H2H IDE clinical trial; funds will scale manufacturing, expand the team, and support clinical and regulatory milestones ahead of commercial launch.

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  • $20 million committed to fund commercial readiness and scaling
  • Completed patient enrollment in the PROTECT H2H IDE trial

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  • Regulatory approval and commercial launch remain contingent on clinical data and IDE outcomes
  • Commercial rollout dependent on successful manufacturing scale-up and milestone execution

News Market Reaction – TRIN

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-0.60% Session close to close

In the Mar 11 session, TRIN declined 0.60%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement highlights Trinity Capital’s ongoing deployment of growth capital, committing $20M...
Analysis

This announcement highlights Trinity Capital’s ongoing deployment of growth capital, committing $20M to Emboline to support commercialization of its embolic protection technology for heart procedures. It follows recent sizeable financings and record 2025 results with higher investment income, NII, and AUM. Investors may focus on how this MedTech exposure complements existing portfolio sectors, the company’s ability to maintain low non-accrual levels, and upcoming financial updates to gauge the impact of new commitments.

Key Figures

Growth capital: $20 million Growth capital: $50 million Total investment income: $293.7M +5 more
8 metrics
Growth capital $20 million Growth capital commitment to Emboline, March 2026
Growth capital $50 million Growth capital commitment to Dwelly on Feb 26, 2026
Total investment income $293.7M 2025 total investment income, +23.5% YoY
NII per share $2.08 per share 2025 net investment income per share
NAV per share $13.42 NAV per share at year-end 2025
Platform AUM $2.8B Platform assets under management at year-end 2025
Gross investments funded $1.5B Total gross investments funded in 2025, +21.3% YoY
Non-accruals (FV) 0.7% Non-accrual investments as % of debt at fair value, Dec 31 2025

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 26 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Feb 26 Growth capital deal Positive -1.3% Committed $50M in growth capital to Dwelly for UK expansion.
Feb 25 Earnings results Positive +2.5% Reported record 2025 investment income, NII, NAV, and AUM growth.
Feb 03 Earnings preview Positive +0.5% Released preliminary Q4 and 2025 estimates for NII and NAV with low non-accruals.
Feb 02 Growth capital deal Positive -2.9% Committed £25M of growth capital to Motorway to support UK growth.
Jan 28 Credit rating update Positive +0.5% Morningstar DBRS confirmed investment grade rating at BBB (low) with Positive trend.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

TRIN has seen positive price alignment with earnings and rating news, while recent growth capital deployment headlines (Dwelly, Motorway) coincided with short-term price declines.

Recent Company History

In the past few months, Trinity Capital has combined strong financial performance with active growth capital deployment. Record 2025 results featured total investment income of $293.7M and net investment income of $144.1M, alongside higher NAV and expanding AUM. The company has announced multiple growth capital commitments, including $50M to Dwelly and £25M to Motorway, and received a confirmed investment grade rating of BBB (low) with a Positive trend. Today’s Emboline financing continues this pattern of portfolio expansion in specialized verticals.

Key Terms

emboliner embolic protection catheter, minimally invasive heart procedures, investigational device exemption (ide), clinical trial, +1 more
5 terms
emboliner embolic protection catheter medical
"Emboline's proprietary Emboliner® Embolic Protection Catheter is designed"
A embolic protection catheter is a small, flexible medical tube used during heart or blood vessel procedures to catch and remove debris that can break free and travel to the brain or other organs; think of it as a tiny filter or sieve placed downstream during surgery. For investors, its use can reduce complication rates, influence adoption by hospitals, and affect regulatory clearance, reimbursement and market demand for companies that make or sell such devices.
minimally invasive heart procedures medical
"make minimally invasive heart procedures safer by capturing and removing"
Minimally invasive heart procedures are medical treatments performed through small cuts or by threading thin tubes and instruments to the heart, avoiding large open‑chest surgery. For investors, they matter because they tend to lower hospital time and recovery costs, expand the number of patients who can be treated, and drive demand for specialized devices, tools and services—factors that influence healthcare revenue, regulatory risk and long‑term growth.
investigational device exemption (ide) regulatory
"the PROTECT H2H investigational device exemption (IDE) clinical trial"
An investigational device exemption (IDE) is a regulatory permission that allows a medical device to be used in clinical studies so companies can gather safety and effectiveness data before full market approval. For investors, an IDE is a key milestone because it lets a company test real-world performance and move toward commercial clearance or approval—much like a trial run that, if successful, can unlock larger revenue opportunities and reduce regulatory risk.
clinical trial medical
"completed patient enrollment in the PROTECT H2H investigational device"
A clinical trial is a carefully controlled study in which a new medicine, medical device, or treatment is tested on people to see if it is safe and effective. For investors it matters because trial results determine whether a product can win regulatory approval and reach patients, much like a road test decides if a new car can be sold; positive or negative results can sharply change a company’s prospects and stock value.
regulatory approval regulatory
"data needed for regulatory approval and the commercial launch of the"
Regulatory approval is the official permission given by government agencies or authorities that allows a product, service, or business activity to be legally operated or sold. It is important to investors because receiving approval often indicates that a product has been reviewed for safety and compliance, which can influence its success and the company’s prospects in the market. Without this approval, launching or selling certain products may be restricted or prohibited.

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PHOENIX, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) ("Trinity"), a leading international alternative asset manager, today announced the commitment of $20 million in growth capital to Emboline, Inc. ("Emboline"), a MedTech company focused on reducing strokes and other complications during interventional heart procedures.

Emboline's proprietary Emboliner® Embolic Protection Catheter is designed to help make minimally invasive heart procedures safer by capturing and removing debris that could otherwise reach the brain and other vital organs. The Emboliner is composed of a flexible, conforming mesh that allows normal blood flow while providing protection during procedures. The company recently completed patient enrollment in the PROTECT H2H investigational device exemption (IDE) clinical trial, advancing its efforts to generate the clinical data needed for regulatory approval and the commercial launch of the Emboliner system.

 "We're proud to partner with the Emboline team as they advance their mission to reduce strokes and other complications associated with heart procedures," said Rob Lake, Senior Managing Director at Trinity Capital. "The team's passion and dedication to improving patient safety is inspiring, and we're excited to support them as they expand access to the Emboline system."

"We are entering an important phase as we prepare for the commercial introduction of the Emboliner system," said Scott Russell, President and CEO of Emboline. "Trinity Capital's growth financing strengthens our ability to scale manufacturing, expand our team, and support the clinical and regulatory milestones that will bring this technology to patients worldwide."

This financing will support Emboline in preparing for the commercial launch of the Emboliner system while continuing to advance its platform of technologies aimed at reducing risk during minimally invasive heart procedures.

About Trinity Capital Inc.
Trinity Capital Inc. (Nasdaq: TRIN) is an international alternative asset manager that seeks to deliver consistent returns for investors through access to private credit markets. Trinity Capital sources and structures investments in well-capitalized growth-oriented companies across five distinct lending verticals: Sponsor Finance, Equipment Finance, Tech Lending, Asset Based Lending, and Life Sciences. As a long-term, trusted partner for innovative companies seeking tailored debt solutions, Trinity Capital has deployed more than $5.5 billion across over 463 investments since inception in 2008 (as of December 31, 2025). Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Trinity Capital's dedicated team is strategically located across the United States and Europe. For more information on Trinity Capital, please visit trinitycapital.com and stay connected to the latest activity via LinkedIn and X (@trincapital).

About Emboline
Emboline, Inc. is a privately held medical technology company based in Santa Cruz, California, focused on developing technologies designed to reduce embolic complications during transcatheter cardiovascular procedures. The company's lead product, the Emboliner® Embolic Protection Catheter, is designed to provide full cerebral and systemic embolic protection by capturing and removing debris that may be released during structural heart interventions and that could otherwise travel to the brain and other vital organs.
For more information, visit emboline.com.
The Emboliner® device is currently investigational and is not available for commercial sale.

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SOURCE Trinity Capital Inc.

FAQ

What did Trinity Capital (TRIN) announce about funding for Emboline on March 11, 2026?

Trinity Capital committed $20 million in growth capital to Emboline. According to Trinity Capital, the financing will support commercialization preparations, manufacturing scale-up, team expansion, and clinical and regulatory milestones.

What is the Emboliner device that Emboline will commercialize with TRIN funding?

The Emboliner is an embolic protection catheter with a flexible, conforming mesh designed to capture and remove debris. According to Emboline, it allows normal blood flow while protecting against debris during heart procedures.

How will the $20 million from TRIN be used by Emboline?

The financing will fund manufacturing scale-up, team expansion, and support clinical and regulatory milestones. According to Emboline, these uses aim to prepare the Emboliner system for commercial introduction.

Does the TRIN investment mean the Emboliner is commercially approved?

No, commercial approval is not yet confirmed; it remains subject to trial results and regulatory review. According to Emboline, the PROTECT H2H IDE trial data are needed to pursue regulatory approval and launch.