Down 2 Earth Capital

Down 2 Earth Capital NV, established in 2013 and based in Antwerp, Belgium, is a private equity firm focusing on growth capital financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Belgium. The firm specializes in later-stage, mature companies with EBITDA between €1 million and €10 million, and revenues between €10 million and €50 million. It invests in a variety of sectors, including business products and services, industrial, and manufacturing, and considers both majority and minority stakes. Down 2 Earth Capital's partners bring extensive private equity and industry experience, making them well-versed in the challenges faced by SMEs. They typically have an investment horizon of five to eight years and may also provide moderate debt financing. The firm does not invest in startups, turnarounds, or companies outside Belgium.

Christophe Beghin

Investment Manager

Alain Keppens

Co-Founder and Partner

Peter Kloeck

Co-Founder and Partner

Ivo Marechal

Co-Founder and Partner

Regis De Preter

Investment Manager

Joost Verdiesen

Associate Partner

Maarten Wuyts

Investment Associate

Past deals in Belgium

The House of Marketing

Venture Round in 2019
The House of Marketing (THoM) is a marketing consultancy firm based in Diegem, Belgium, specializing in strategic marketing and interim management services. The company provides a comprehensive suite of offerings, including brand positioning, customer segmentation model development, and the redesign of sales and marketing processes. THoM also focuses on digital marketing, content marketing, social media marketing, and marketing automation, aiming to create significant business growth for its clients. In addition to consulting, the firm offers mentoring and instruction across various marketing subjects and industry sectors, ensuring that clients can effectively implement marketing strategies and technologies. Formerly a subsidiary of Quanteus Group, The House of Marketing is dedicated to delivering tangible value and impact to businesses.

Nordic

Private Equity Round in 2019
Nordic operates as a travel agency. The agency offers trips to Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland in typical cottages, log cabins, and hotels to travelers. It also provides a complete package of information consisting of tips, maps, extensive travel documents, and hiking maps for every region. Nordic was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Londerzeel, Belgium.

DP Survey Group

Acquisition in 2017
DP Survey Group NV is an international organization based in Zwijndrecht, Belgium, specializing in claims adjustment and surveying services for the marine and non-marine insurance industries. The company provides a range of consultancy and risk management services, including claim management and prevention strategies. Its team of experienced professionals conducts thorough investigations, ensuring that clients receive accurate and efficient results presented in detailed reports. By leveraging expertise across various key areas, DP Survey Group aims to deliver high-quality service tailored to the unique needs of the insurance sector.

Orbit nv

Acquisition in 2014
ORBIT® develops and produces state-of-the-art architectural lighting systems for the medium to high end project lighting market (hotel, office, leisure, retail and living spaces) and commercializes its lighting fixtures through an international dealer network of creative lighting specialists. ORBIT’s headquarters and production site are located near Antwerp (Belgium, Europe).

ConTeyor International

Acquisition in 2013
ConTeyor International, established in 1999 and headquartered in Merelbeke, Belgium, specializes in manufacturing and supplying reusable textile packaging systems for the B2B industry, with a primary focus on the automotive sector. The company offers a range of products, including partition/shelf systems, multi bags, fit boxes, and racks, designed to safely and efficiently transport car parts from suppliers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). ConTeyor's solutions are tailored to each new car model, ensuring optimal space utilization and minimizing environmental impact. The company serves leading automotive manufacturers across Europe and internationally, with production facilities in Europe and Mexico, and commercial teams in every car-producing country in Europe.
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