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ASTEO Red Neutra is a new wholesale fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) operator that has developed an innovative business model which allows access to a state-of-the-art network. It focuses on building ultra-modern interprovincial backhaul and FTTH networks in rural environments.

YouLend is a global embedded finance platform that serves as a preferred financing solution for prominent e-commerce and payment platforms such as Amazon, eBay, and Shopify. The company specializes in providing flexible funding options for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including online retailers. Its platform offers a transparent alternative to traditional banking products, allowing businesses to access funding without fixed repayments. Additionally, YouLend provides a complimentary analysis of future revenue and costs, enabling clients to focus on business development without the delays typically associated with securing financing.

The Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF), established in 2002 and based in Ebene, Mauritius, operates as a public-private partnership focused on mobilizing capital to support infrastructure development in sub-Saharan Africa. The fund provides long-term debt and mezzanine finance on commercial terms to projects primarily owned and managed by private sector entities. By targeting infrastructure initiatives in fragile states, where traditional lenders may hesitate due to perceived risks, EAIF aims to foster growth and improvement in critical infrastructure. The fund is managed and advised by Investec Asset Management, ensuring a strategic approach to lending that aligns with the needs of the region's development goals.

Blue Apron is a direct-to-consumer meal delivery service that provides fresh ingredients and original recipes to customers across the United States. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company offers a subscription model that includes flexible plans for both individuals and families. Customers receive pre-portioned ingredients and detailed recipe cards, which include cooking instructions and stories about the suppliers. In addition to meal kits, Blue Apron operates an e-commerce platform, the Blue Apron Market, where it sells cooking tools, utensils, pantry items, and gifts. The company also provides a wine delivery service that offers selections designed to complement its meals. With facilities including a fulfillment center in Linden, New Jersey, Blue Apron caters to a diverse customer base that includes college graduates, young couples, families, singles, and empty nesters.

North Star Renewables provides comprehensive operational experience of the seas. Their services include renewables, emergency response, rescue, platform supply, multi-role, patrol, research, rescue, and maintenance.

Epsa Group is a management and purchase consultancy.

Rogge Global Partners specializes in investment management services, offering a range of solutions including income management, fund management, risk management, financial planning, and asset management. The firm primarily serves corporate and public pension funds, corporate entities, central banks, and sovereign entities. Based in the United Kingdom, Rogge Global Partners is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its clients through tailored investment strategies and comprehensive financial advisory services.