CDP Equity

CDP Equity, established in 2011 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, is a private equity firm dedicated to providing growth capital investments primarily in companies of significant national interest. The firm focuses on sectors including defense, security, infrastructure, transportation, energy, tourism, and high technology, among others. CDP Equity aims to support listed companies or those planning to list on the stock exchange in the medium term, investing between €50 million and €100 million in firms that have a minimum annual turnover of €50 million and at least 250 employees. Additionally, the firm may consider investments in larger companies with a turnover of €300 million or more. CDP Equity also engages in co-investments and seeks to generate long-term value for its investors while contributing to the development of the Italian economy.

Simonetta Iarlori

Director

50 past transactions

Diagram Group

Acquisition in 2024
Diagram is the provider of precision farming services, technology solutions, and professional software applications to the agricultural industry, which includes farmers, food processing industries, banks, insurance organizations, and public sector institutions.

Soplaya

Venture Round in 2023
Soplaya is a European company focused on creating a sustainable and efficient food supply service by directly connecting farmers with chefs and other foodservice providers, such as hotels and shops. The company operates an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of fresh ingredients, streamlining the supply chain for foodservice operations. By leveraging advanced technology, Soplaya enhances operational efficiency, achieving a success rate that is notably higher than the industry average and generating significant profit margins for both chefs and farmers. The company also emphasizes sustainability, boasting minimal food waste and substantial reductions in carbon emissions, while increasing liquidity for farmers.

Valvitalia Group

Private Equity Round in 2023
Valvitalia Group is a prominent manufacturer based in Milan, Italy, specializing in the design, production, and supply of equipment and components for the petroleum, water, natural gas, petrochemical, and electrical power industries. The company’s core product line includes valves, actuators, pipe fittings, flanges, isolation joints, and systems for measuring, filtering, and regulating fluids and gases, as well as firefighting systems. Established with the aim of becoming the leading Italian group in its sector, Valvitalia competes with major multinational corporations. The company leverages extensive sector experience and incorporates historical brands such as ROTOR, DELTA V.E., THEVIGNOT, and TORMENE T.G.T. Valvitalia prioritizes safety, environmental responsibility, and employee welfare in its operations.

Gility

Seed Round in 2022
Gility is a digital learning platform founded in 2022 that partners with business schools and training institutions to deliver effective training solutions. It focuses on providing online courses aimed at enhancing strategic skills for HR professionals within organizations. By employing proprietary algorithms, Gility assesses the upskilling needs of various teams, facilitating automated processes and tailored training programs. This enables businesses to efficiently educate their employees through a range of courses, webinars, and updated content relevant to their professional development.

Rubber Conversion

Series A in 2022
Rubber Conversion specializes in the recycling and sustainability of rubber materials, focusing on innovative devulcanization technology. This technology extracts useful compounds from post-production and post-consumer rubber waste, allowing for the creation of high-quality, sustainable rubber products. By enabling clients to utilize production off-cuts and other rubber sources, Rubber Conversion helps reduce raw material costs while enhancing environmental impact. The company offers additional services such as custom packaging, environmental impact analysis, material tracking, and online document management, ensuring comprehensive support for its customers. Clients can easily reach Rubber Conversion through various communication channels, including phone, email, and online applications.

IAMA Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
IAMA Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on advancing neuroscience drug discovery to develop innovative treatments for children with brain disorders. The company aims to address neurological conditions, offering therapeutic solutions that target learning and memory difficulties associated with Down syndrome and the behavioral challenges linked to autism spectrum disorders. By prioritizing the needs of affected children and their families, IAMA Therapeutics strives to create impactful medicines that improve the quality of life for patients while providing essential support to their families.

Autostrade per l'Italia

Acquisition in 2021
Autostrade per l'Italia SpA is a prominent company based in Rome, Italy, specializing in the construction, management, and operation of toll highways both domestically and internationally, with a presence in countries such as Poland, Brazil, Chile, and India. The company is involved in providing various services related to motorway infrastructure, including the installation and maintenance of electronic tolling systems, traffic control, and road safety equipment. Additionally, Autostrade per l'Italia offers advertising services and general administrative support, catering to the logistical needs of its clients. As a subsidiary of Atlantia S.p.A., the company plays a vital role in facilitating road transportation and infrastructure development across multiple regions.

Convivit

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Convivit is a company that develops a residential and hotel services platform aimed at establishing a network of self-sufficient senior living residences in Italy. Formed as a joint venture between Generali Italia and CDP Venture Capital SGR, Convivit focuses on enhancing the well-being and active aging of seniors. Its platform offers tailored services that facilitate communication with residence administration, activity bookings in common areas, access to telemedicine services, and family contact, thereby promoting a higher level of autonomy and privacy for its residents.

Altilia

Series A in 2021
Altilia is a prominent intelligent automation software company that focuses on democratizing AI to assist enterprises in automating document-intensive processes. The company offers a no-code, software-as-a-service platform designed for users of varying technical backgrounds to easily convert knowledge into algorithms for document processing. Utilizing advanced machine learning capabilities, Altilia's platform enables businesses to handle a broad spectrum of documents, from simple forms like invoices to more complex unstructured documents such as financial statements and annual reports, with human-like precision. The platform provides custom automation solutions across diverse industries, including banking, insurance, utilities, retail, and securities, addressing a wide range of applications such as data extraction, fraud detection, and customer profiling. Recently recognized by Gartner as a representative provider in the document processing market, Altilia is transitioning towards a bundled, ready-to-use solution approach, moving away from traditional bespoke projects.

Tziboo

Venture Round in 2021
Tziboo is a developer of a food management platform that focuses on streamlining the agri-food supply chain process. The company offers digital copies of production documents, technical papers, and labeling for its products, allowing clients to maintain control over their accounting data and track purchases. Tziboo's platform supports the entire supply chain, from production and processing to sales, and aims to automate various activities and processes for farms. By enabling clients to digitize their catalogs, Tziboo analyzes customer needs for manufacturing services, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness within the agricultural sector.

CREA

Venture Round in 2021
CREA is a fully Digital Managing General Agent, offering digitized insurance policies on a proprietary platform to intermediaries. The cloud-based software tool drastically simplifies and accelerates the insurance brokerage and underwriting process, eliminating various manual interactions and improving and accelerating the underwriting experience. The efficacy of CREA's services enables Carriers to access segments of the market that were previously not addressable and is enabling Micro Insurance. CREA's White label solutions and API platform are widely used by individual agents and brokers as well as captive agent networks and support new Insurance distribution channels such as for instance Bankassurance.

Talent Garden

Series B in 2021
Talent Garden is a leading digital skills academy based in Europe, founded in Italy in 2011. It aims to empower individuals and organizations by providing the knowledge, resources, and spaces necessary for thriving within the innovation ecosystem. The company offers a variety of learning experiences, including online, offline, and hybrid courses, as well as corporate programs and events. Talent Garden operates a network of coworking campuses that fosters a vibrant community of over 45,000 professionals in the digital and tech sectors. Its mission focuses on closing the digital skills gap, having successfully trained more than 25,000 individuals in areas such as digital design, marketing, product management, and cybersecurity. By collaborating with major partners, Talent Garden delivers tailored corporate education programs to promote digital transformation. Its campuses, open 24 hours a day, are designed to facilitate collaboration and provide professionals with a supportive environment to thrive and innovate.

Tolemaica

Seed Round in 2020
Tolemaica is an IT consulting firm specializing in the automatic certification of date and place for images and audio content. Through its innovative application, the company aggregates data from smartphones and other devices, including photographs, videos, and audio recordings. This data undergoes a certification process that imparts legal value, allowing users to authenticate a variety of essential documents and media. Tolemaica's services enhance the credibility and reliability of digital content, making it easier for individuals and organizations to establish legal proof of their data's authenticity and geolocation.

Eli WMS

Seed Round in 2020
ELI WMS is an independent provider of a warehouse management software solution aimed at simplifying and enhancing industrial logistics. The company focuses on streamlining storage management by integrating its system with existing hardware, thereby improving shipping efficiency. Its comprehensive platform features advanced capabilities such as inventory drone management, AI-driven space allocation, Android-based scanning technology, and RFID data acquisition. These tools enable businesses to effectively track and manage their inventory throughout the entire logistics process, from the arrival of goods to final delivery to customers. By leveraging innovative technology, ELI WMS seeks to provide a more efficient and secure solution for warehouse operations.

eShoppingAdvisor

Seed Round in 2020
eShoppingAdvisor is an information-sharing service platform focused on enhancing the online shopping experience. It serves as a public and independent portal that provides comprehensive details about e-commerce websites, including aspects such as payment services, delivery options, returns policies, and product evaluations. The platform aims to help customers identify and review the best online stores for purchasing products. eShoppingAdvisor envisions a future where every online shop displays its badge, signifying credibility and authority in the e-commerce market. This initiative not only aims to guide consumers but also to bolster the reputations of online retailers through transparent evaluation practices.

Memento

Seed Round in 2020
Memento develops, produces, and markets innovative toys belonging to the S.T.E.A.M., Art, Craft/DIY, and Action Games categories. Memento will shortly begin employing the Direct to Consumer paradigm for web marketing in the United States after distributing more than 1MLN of products through key industry distributors in more than 25 countries. The team's objective is to produce S.T.E.A.M. toys that appeal to girls between the ages of 6 and 10 and pique their curiosity about topics related to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. The primary intellectual property of the company is based on a patented game system that employs cutting-edge materials, a few drops of water, and a kit of accessories to enable girls to make rubbery objects in a matter of minutes (jewels, characters, robots, and more). The company is based in Lecce, Italy.

FX12

Seed Round in 2020
FX12 is a financial software developer that provides innovative solutions for managing working capital. The company operates a marketplace platform that connects creditors of low-risk companies with professional investors, facilitating quick access to loans for day-to-day operational needs. FX12 also offers customizable services for the assignment of credits, catering to specific requirements within various supply chains. By targeting companies interested in dynamic discounting and investment opportunities, FX12 aims to enhance financial efficiency and create new avenues for capital flow.

Doctorium

Seed Round in 2020
Doctorium is an online teleconsultation platform designed to connect patients with certified healthcare professionals for a variety of health concerns. The platform allows users to register, select a physician, and schedule appointments for virtual consultations via video chat. In addition to facilitating these consultations, Doctorium offers features such as e-prescription services, telemonitoring, and follow-up support, ensuring that patients can manage their health effectively. The platform also provides the option for patients to receive in-person visits with specialist doctors at affiliated health facilities nearby, enhancing access to immediate medical advice and care.

I'm Ok

Seed Round in 2020
I'm Ok is a company that focuses on enhancing operational efficiency for managers by minimizing time spent on low-value tasks. It has developed a management platform that integrates data analysis and automates various business processes. This platform aids managers by providing real-time insights into their operations, enabling them to analyze their business effectively. By offering predictive information, I'm Ok ensures that clients remain informed and can perform their duties efficiently, ultimately supporting them in recovering lost hours and improving overall productivity.

Shampora

Seed Round in 2020
Shampora is a company that specializes in creating personalized hair and scalp care products. They offer a range of items, including shampoos, conditioners, leave-in treatments, hair color, and active water, all designed to meet the specific needs of individual customers. Shampora formulates its products based on detailed assessments of each user's hair profile, lifestyle, and hair care goals, ensuring that customers receive solutions tailored to their unique requirements. This approach allows Shampora to provide effective and customized hair care options, setting it apart in the competitive beauty industry.

Nexting

Seed Round in 2020
Nexting is a provider of broadcast services that specializes in delivering comprehensive coverage of major events. The company offers a wide array of services, including live broadcasting, remote production, and web streaming, catering to various sectors such as news, sports, and entertainment. With a skilled team of camera operators, editors, and technical specialists, Nexting facilitates seamless communication and content creation for its clients. Additionally, the company provides press office services and social media strategy, enhancing brand awareness and engagement for its customers. Through its innovative approach and advanced facilities, Nexting ensures that clients have access to high-quality, real-time transmission for their events.

Bio Aurum

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Bio Aurum is a medical research and development company focused on creating nature-based treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. The company specializes in the development of saffron-based drugs that target specific pathogenic pathways associated with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Utilizing proprietary technology, Bio Aurum aims to advance both basic and translational research in the field of neurodegenerative disorders, emphasizing the therapeutic potential of naturally occurring bioactive molecules found in saffron. Their approach combines scientific methodology with rigorous clinical validation to enhance health outcomes and progress medical treatments.

Unobravo | Telehealth & psychology

Seed Round in 2020
Unobravo is an Italian startup founded in 2020 that offers an online psychology and psychotherapy service. Initially starting with nine psychologists, the company has rapidly expanded to employ 900 professionals and serve over 12,000 active patients, having completed more than 130,000 therapy sessions by July 2021. Unobravo's platform features a unique matching algorithm designed to connect users with psychologists best suited to address their specific needs, ensuring high-quality therapy experiences. The company aims to extend its reach internationally and establish itself as a leading mental health service provider in Italy.

Orpha Biotech

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Orpha Biotech is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative drugs using molecular technology to address orphan diseases, which are conditions that affect a small percentage of the population. The company specializes in creating small-molecule medications aimed at treating juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and cutaneous systemic sclerosis. To identify effective drug candidates, Orpha Biotech employs advanced techniques such as structure-based computational virtual screening and docking simulations, enabling the discovery of potential agonists or antagonists. Through its targeted approach, Orpha Biotech seeks to enhance treatment options for patients suffering from these rare diseases, thereby improving their health outcomes.

Cartilago

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Cartilago specializes in developing disease-modifying technologies aimed at combating osteoarthritis and related conditions. Their innovative approach targets the underlying pathophysiology of these diseases, offering both symptomatic relief and the potential to slow disease progression. The company's technology leverages glucosamine molecules to synthesize macromolecules found in cartilage, tendons, and ligaments, facilitating the repair and regeneration of extracellular matrix and tissues. Beyond osteoarthritis, Cartilago is exploring additional applications for their technology, including anti-aging treatments, wound care, and cancer anti-metastatic therapy.

inReception

Seed Round in 2020
inReception is a comprehensive software solution designed specifically for the vacation rental industry. It offers a unified platform that combines property management, booking engine, channel management, and revenue management capabilities into a single application. This innovative software streamlines daily operations for small property owners by managing bookings, payments, and financial reporting efficiently. Additionally, it allows users to update rates and availability across various sales channels with ease, ensuring that all information remains current and accessible in real-time. By simplifying these processes, inReception helps clients save time and resources while enhancing their overall management effectiveness.

Envision

Seed Round in 2020
Envision specializes in urban planning strategies aimed at enhancing public and private services in the context of smart city development. The company focuses on connecting the physical infrastructures of cities with human, intellectual, and social capital. Envision provides energy efficiency and technological services, offering solutions such as remote control systems, adaptive lighting, and light art to create innovative urban environments. Through its comprehensive approach, Envision assists clients in optimizing their operations and improving the livability of urban areas.

Prototipia

Seed Round in 2020
Prototipia develops, produces, and markets innovative products and services with a high technological value. It specifically deals with the creation of autonomous devices aimed at process automation, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0, with a high technological value as they are based on the use of widespread and emerging technologies, innovative because they aim to create value through the generation of new utility and operating models for the end user. Prototipia produces Barty, an automated beverage mixing system for the rapid preparation of professional-quality mixed drinks and cocktails. It is designed primarily for the B2B market with simple and intuitive operation, and requires no specific knowledge. More information here: https://www.bartymix.it/.

Nexus TLC

Seed Round in 2020
Nexus TLC creates and designs remote monitoring and control solutions. It also specializes in the fields of ICT and TLC, with solid preparation in the fields of electronics, information technology, system engineering, APPs, and web technologies.

Italian Limited Edition

Seed Round in 2020
Italian Limited Edition is a marketplace that showcases a selection of products. They offers modern baroque rocking chair, gandino plaid blanket limited edition, kai B glass plate, retro industrial III pendant lamp, furniture, arts, jewels, and more.

Hevolus Innovation

Series A in 2020
Hevolus Innovation is an information technology company founded in 2000, specializing in artificial intelligence and retail software to enhance customer experience and engagement. The company focuses on creating innovative "phygital" customer experiences through the integration of various technologies, including augmented reality, mixed reality, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and cognitive services. Hevolus Innovation emphasizes research and development to transform business processes and improve customer journeys, ultimately enabling businesses to boost conversion rates and expand their market reach.

The Portal

Seed Round in 2020
The Portal specializes in wireless virtual reality experiences, focusing on the design, development, and consultancy of gaming and edutainment projects. The company operates a location-based virtual reality center that offers free-roam virtual reality experiences within a dedicated physical space. With a commitment to delivering tailored solutions, The Portal enables clients to select the facilities that best meet their needs while also engaging in various commercial projects and partnerships.

Sardexpay

Venture Round in 2020
SardexPay is a company that offers a commercial credit system aimed at professionals and businesses. Founded in 2009 and based in Serramanna, Sardinia, it operates an online platform that allows companies, freelancers, and associations to exchange goods and services using a complementary currency. This platform facilitates networking among a diverse range of businesses and professionals, fostering the development of new relationships. Additionally, SardexPay provides promotional tools and services that help businesses connect with potential customers and enhance their revenue.

Molecular Research

Seed Round in 2020
Molecular Research Srl, based in Maglie, Italy, is a contract research organization specializing in the development of new molecules derived from pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and dietary supplement research. The company offers services including preclinical molecule development, repurposing of existing molecules, and summarization of nutraceuticals and food supplements to support pharmaceutical companies in drug design and profiling.

Soplaya

Seed Round in 2020
Soplaya is a European company focused on creating a sustainable and efficient food supply service by directly connecting farmers with chefs and other foodservice providers, such as hotels and shops. The company operates an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of fresh ingredients, streamlining the supply chain for foodservice operations. By leveraging advanced technology, Soplaya enhances operational efficiency, achieving a success rate that is notably higher than the industry average and generating significant profit margins for both chefs and farmers. The company also emphasizes sustainability, boasting minimal food waste and substantial reductions in carbon emissions, while increasing liquidity for farmers.

IEM

Seed Round in 2020
IEM specializes in data science, business intelligence, and machine learning, focusing on interpreting, discerning, and optimizing data ethically with a strong emphasis on privacy and security. The company's solutions enable businesses to centrally view, monitor, and manage statistics and data from all internal and external sources of online operations. This simplifies decision-making processes by providing comprehensive insights into customer behavior and acquisition strategies, ultimately helping clients improve their sales and overall performance.

Art Rights

Seed Round in 2020
Art Rights is a platform to support the management and certification of works of art to protect artists, collectors, and operators in the sector. Founded in 2018, the firm is based in Cagliari, Italy.

Hoplix

Seed Round in 2020
Hoplix is a company that specializes in print-on-demand services, providing customized printing solutions for a variety of products. Their offerings include clothing, bags, accessories, cushions, mugs, and promotional announcements. The company facilitates the creation of campaigns and online stores, supporting dropshipping and the integration of various e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, and WooCommerce. Additionally, Hoplix provides tools for CSV/XLS import and API integration, allowing clients to efficiently manage orders and customize their products. By enabling sellers to transform their ideas into tangible products, Hoplix supports marketing activities and helps clients establish their own businesses.

Pandhora

Convertible Note in 2020
Pandhora is an Italian company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mercato San Severino, Campania. It specializes in the manufacturing of innovative, super-lightweight wheelchairs designed to enhance mobility for individuals with physical disabilities. The company's wheelchairs are constructed from heat-treated aluminum of aerospace quality, ensuring both strength and minimal weight. Each wheelchair features an integrated cushioned seat, providing comfort and support for users. Through its commitment to producing advanced mobility solutions, Pandhora aims to improve the quality of life for those with mobility challenges.

Drexcode

Seed Round in 2020
Drexcode is a web-boutique that specializes in providing a unique fashion experience by allowing customers to rent dresses and accessories from the latest collections. The company collaborates directly with prestigious Italian and international designers to curate a selection of high-end outfits, particularly those suitable for special occasions. Drexcode's platform enables clients to access trendy, in-season garments and accessories from renowned fashion brands, offering the option to try items at home before making a rental or purchase decision. This innovative approach caters to the evolving needs of fashion-conscious consumers, providing them with convenient access to luxury items.

Kechiq

Seed Round in 2020
Kechiq is an online seller of watches, bags, and accessories. The products on sale are both from new collections and from outlets, and are therefore sellable at both standard price lists. They are the distribution networks, such as Amazon, eBay, ePrice, C-Discount, Fnac, and more. They include duties and customs charges for shipments. They also provide customer services like payment services to customers. They offer shipping services for the products.

SIA

Acquisition in 2019
SIA is a European leader in the design, creation, and management of technology infrastructures and services for Financial Institutions, Central Banks, Corporates and Public Administration bodies, in the areas of payments, cards, network services, and capital markets. SIA Group provides its services in over 40 countries and also operates through its subsidiaries in Austria, Germany, Romania, Hungary, and South Africa. The company also has branches in Belgium and the Netherlands, and representation offices in the UK and Poland.

My Foody

Seed Round in 2018
MyFoody is the solution that disrupts the relationship between consumers and food retailers turning waste into value. Finally, supermarkets will innovate their relationship with the consumers and make their brands stand out and more sustainable.

Missoni

Venture Round in 2018
Missoni Spa is an independent Italian fashion house renowned globally for its vibrant zigzag knit patterns and distinctive designs. The company specializes in manufacturing luxury apparel and accessories for both women and men, offering a wide range of products that cater to diverse tastes. Missoni's unique aesthetic, characterized by unconventional looks made from patterned knits, has earned it a prestigious reputation in the fashion industry.

TH Resorts

Venture Round in 2017
TH Resorts is an Italian hospitality management company based in Padua. It specializes in operating mid-to-upper-range hotels and resort chains located primarily along the Italian coastline and in mountainous regions. The company places a strong emphasis on delivering personalized care and attention to each guest, ensuring a high standard of service. TH Resorts offers guests the opportunity to explore new territories and traditions, enjoy Italian gastronomy, engage in sports activities with animation, experience family-friendly vacations, and indulge in spa wellness moments.

Mindesk

Seed Round in 2017
Mindesk Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing a real-time 3D design platform specifically for virtual reality (VR) applications. Founded in 2015, Mindesk offers an immersive interface that integrates with existing commercial CAD software, allowing architects, engineers, and designers to create and modify 3D CAD projects directly in a virtual environment. Unlike many VR CAD solutions that require exporting documents, Mindesk's platform enables seamless transitions between VR and desktop environments, facilitating real-time editing and collaboration. This innovative approach streamlines the design process, making it more efficient and interactive for professionals in the field.

Open Fiber

Acquisition in 2016
Open Fiber S.p.A. is a telecommunications company based in Italy, jointly owned by Enel S.p.A. and CDP Equity S.p.A. The company specializes in the wholesale market for optical fiber infrastructure, focusing on the implementation, management, and maintenance of fiber optic networks. Utilizing Fibre to the Home technology, Open Fiber provides high-speed internet connections that are both efficient and reliable. This infrastructure enables customers across all Italian regions to access advanced digital services, promoting greater connectivity in an increasingly digital world. The company is committed to delivering competitive pricing and swift deployment of its services.
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