Kartesia

Kartesia Advisor LLP is a private equity firm based in London, specializing in providing financing solutions to small and middle-market companies across Europe. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on primary and secondary leverage loans, as well as special situation loans, to support leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, and restructuring efforts. Kartesia invests between €10 million and €50 million, with the capacity to fund and hold up to €100 million, primarily targeting companies with an EBITDA greater than €10 million. The firm adopts an industry-agnostic approach but shows a preference for sectors such as general manufacturing, business services, and consumer goods. It does not engage in pure real estate investments and only participates in sponsored transactions. Kartesia's disciplined credit analysis and extensive professional network enable it to provide long-term liquidity and credit solutions, aiming to deliver stable, risk-adjusted returns through a diversified portfolio.

Jean Diercxens

Associate Director, Director, Partner and Head of the Netherlands and Belgium

Karan Patole

Investment Manager

Jaime Prieto

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Damien Scaillierez

Founding Partner and Managing Partner

Gaëtan Valcke

Assistant Director

30 past transactions

Darwin Group

Private Equity Round in 2022
Darwin Group specializes in off-site construction projects for the health, education and wider public sector.

Clearway Group

Secondary Market in 2021
Clearway Group is a business specializing in vacant property services, focusing on security and environmental protection. The company provides a comprehensive range of services designed to safeguard properties, including security solutions, environmental waste clearance, extreme cleaning, bio-hazard removal, and crime scene clean-up. Clearway Group employs technology-driven approaches to meet the needs of property managers, pub companies, social housing providers, and local authorities, ensuring that vacant sites are properly maintained and secured.

Babcock Wanson

Acquisition in 2021
Babcock Wanson offers a complete range of products and services for your industrial boiler room. From smoke tube boilers, rapid steam boilers, thermal fluid boilers and superheated water boilers to VOC treatment facilities and thermal oxidation odors, water treatment and process heating solutions and industrial premises, BABCOCK WANSON helps you optimize your energy production with products of proven quality and efficient services.

ADL BioPharma

Acquisition in 2021
ADL Biopharma, based in León, Spain, is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and produces active therapeutic substances for both the pharmaceutical and veterinary sectors. Founded in 1954, the company specializes in creating products through fermentation processes, manufacturing sterile antibiotics, 6-APA derivatives, and various oral and sterile mixtures. ADL Biopharma focuses on the prevention and treatment of niche diseases, including orphan diseases, and offers antigens for new generation vaccines, as well as feed additives and probiotics. Its product portfolio serves tier 1 and tier 2 animal health companies, and the company is advancing several pipeline products, such as BNT006, BNT007, and BNT010, showcasing its commitment to innovation in biopharmaceuticals.

HeadFirst Group

Private Equity Round in 2020
HeadFirst Group is a leading company in the mediation of hiring external personnel, contract management, and matchmaking services. Operating primarily in the BeNeLux region, the group supports over 4,000 professionals working with more than 100 clients. With a focus on facilitating effective employment solutions, HeadFirst Group achieves an annual turnover of approximately 450 million euros. Originally known as HeadFirst Source Group N.V., the company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Willemstad, Curaçao. In January 2019, it rebranded to Morefield Group N.V., reflecting its evolving business focus.

International Cookware

Acquisition in 2020
International Cookware designs, manufactures and distributes cookware and kitchen products, including glass and ceramic ovenware, metal bakeware, top-of-stove cookware, prepware, utensils and storage products, among others. The Company primarily sells its manufactured tempered borosilicate glass ovenware products under the PYREX brand name within Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The Company also sells products under its proprietary Ôcuisine brands within EMEA, North and South America and Asia. International Cookware operates the world’s largest borosilicate furnace.

Unitronics Comunicaciones

Venture Round in 2020
Unitronics Comunicaciones, S.A. specializes in providing comprehensive communication network solutions and information technology services for businesses and public institutions. Established in 1963 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, the company offers a wide range of services including the design, implementation, and management of communication networks such as LAN, WAN, and optical networks. It also provides outsourcing solutions encompassing business process management, project management, and infrastructure services. Unitronics focuses on unified communications, offering solutions like IP telephony, videoconferencing, and collaboration systems. Additionally, the company addresses security through measures such as unified threat management and secure remote access. Its diverse clientele includes sectors such as healthcare, education, telecommunications, banking, and public administration, both in Spain and internationally. With multiple offices across Spain, Unitronics is well-positioned to support various industries through its robust technology offerings and expertise in network infrastructure.

Sewan

Series B in 2019
Sewan is a telecommunications company based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It specializes in offering automated networking, cloud, and telecommunications services tailored for businesses. Its service portfolio includes fixed and mobile telephony, messaging, data services, collaborative work solutions, as well as hosting and cloud services. Sewan aims to simplify communication for corporations, enabling them to connect efficiently. The company has established a national network of over 500 distribution partners, comprising operators, computer integrators, telephone installers, and internet service providers. Currently, more than 45,000 companies, including 1,000 mid-sized enterprises, utilize Sewan's services to enhance their communication capabilities.

Fertiberia

Debt Financing in 2018
Fertiberia, S.A., established in 1966 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is a prominent manufacturer and marketer of fertilizers and agricultural chemicals. The company produces a wide range of products, including ammonia, ammonium nitrate, ammonium phosphates, calcium ammonium nitrate, nitric acid, NPK, phosphoric acid, superphosphates, and urea. Recognized as a leader in the European and Mediterranean fertilizer and ammonia sectors, Fertiberia serves both agricultural and industrial markets. In addition to solid and liquid fertilizers, the company offers industrial chemicals and raw materials, emphasizing sustainability through decarbonization and the development of clean energy solutions. Its commitment to providing environmentally friendly products helps clients reduce their ecological footprint while addressing climate change challenges.

Rafaut

Debt Financing in 2018
Rafaut is a supplier of specialist aeronautic equipment to both the military and commercial aviation sectors. It has been involved in aeronautics for over 50 years, both as an equipment supplier to the French MoD (providing weapons and aircraft interface devices) and as a subcontractor to some of the best-known aircraft manufacturers.

Groglass

Debt Financing in 2018
SIA Groglass develops and manufactures anti-reflective and high-performance coatings on glass and acrylic for various high-end electronic and static displays, picture framing, museum showcases, cold storage, lighting, and architecture. The company’s products include artglass AR protect, artglass AR, artglass UV 99, artglass WW Protect 99, Artglass W UV 90, artglass WW, preservation clear UV 99, sapphire AR beamsplitter, sapphire AR clear, sapphire AR etched, sapphire AR low-E, sapphire AR UV, sapphire AR, and sapphire semi-transparent mirror. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Riga, Latvia.

Bricoprivé.com

Private Equity Round in 2018
Bricoprivé.com is an online store specializing in DIY, gardening, and homeware products. The platform offers a dozen daily flash sales featuring a diverse selection of professional-quality items, catering to its six million members. Bricoprivé.com has established itself as a leader in the sector by leveraging its expertise in sourcing high-quality products in collaboration with suppliers. The company's strong value proposition and solid digital experience contribute to its growth and popularity among consumers seeking reliable home improvement solutions.

Sales Performance International

Debt Financing in 2017
Sales Performance International is a global company specializing in sales performance training aimed at fostering lasting behavior change within sales teams. Utilizing their renowned Solution Selling® process, SPI provides comprehensive training and development through instructor-led learning and a technology-driven Performance Development Platform. Their offerings include a sales performance optimization platform that integrates talent assessment and analytics, ongoing learning and development, and sales enablement technologies. This combination enables organizations to improve their consulting and training capabilities, ultimately driving measurable revenue growth and accelerating time-to-results for their clients.

Atenoil

Debt Financing in 2017
Atenoil is a company that operates multi-brand service stations across Spain, focusing on enhancing the consumer experience through various complementary services. Its offerings include the supply of fuel, the sale of retail products in convenience stores, and a range of restoration services for vehicles. By partnering with leading providers in each sector, Atenoil aims to deliver personalized vehicle care and maintain competitive pricing. The company is committed to innovation and continuous improvement in its service offerings, striving to become a leader in the fuel service station industry.

McIntosh Group

Debt Financing in 2017
McIntosh Group specializes in the design, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of high-end audio equipment. The company produces a range of audio products, including speakers, valve amplifiers, home theater systems, monoblocks, digital amplifiers, preamplifiers, and headphones. Catering to both businesses and the automotive industry, McIntosh Group is known for delivering reliable products with short production times, ensuring that clients receive quality audio solutions efficiently.

Éolane

Debt Financing in 2017
éolane providse professional industrial electronic services and connected solutions.éolane offers a full range of services related to electronics.

McIntosh Group

Debt Financing in 2017
McIntosh Group specializes in the design, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of high-end audio equipment. The company produces a range of audio products, including speakers, valve amplifiers, home theater systems, monoblocks, digital amplifiers, preamplifiers, and headphones. Catering to both businesses and the automotive industry, McIntosh Group is known for delivering reliable products with short production times, ensuring that clients receive quality audio solutions efficiently.

Ecore B.V.

Private Equity Round in 2017
Ecore B.V. is a prominent player in the recycling industry, specializing in the management of the recycling process for various materials, including ferrous and nonferrous metals, plastics, paper, and batteries. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Ecore operates a comprehensive recycling chain that encompasses the collection of end-of-life materials, processing, and the marketing of recycled products. The company has established a significant presence in the European market, particularly in France, where it ranks as the second-largest operator in the sector. With a network of facilities spanning multiple countries, including Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Hungary, and Romania, Ecore employs over 1,360 individuals globally, reinforcing its role as a major contributor to the circular economy.

MAIN Energie

Debt Financing in 2017
MAIN Energie B.V. is a utility trading and energy management company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, specializing in the Dutch commercial real estate sector. It provides a range of services including energy brokerage, portfolio management reporting, supply and demand forecasting, contract management, and billing for energy supply and brokerage. By leveraging a customer relationship management system, MAIN Energie aims to optimize energy use and management for businesses. As of March 29, 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Audax Energía S.A.

Desmet Ballestra

Debt Financing in 2017
Desmet Ballestra Group N.V. specializes in engineering and supplying plants and equipment for various industries, including oils, fats, animal feed, oleochemicals, biodiesel, detergents, and surfactants. Established in 1946 and headquartered in Zaventem, Belgium, the company has developed a reputation as a global leader in its field, leveraging

Foraco

Debt Financing in 2017
Foraco International SA is a global provider of drilling services, specializing in both mining and water projects. The company operates through two main segments: Mining and Water. It offers a variety of drilling services, including underground water drilling for exploration, development, and production, as well as wells for drinking, irrigation, and industrial use. Foraco also engages in large-scale water drilling initiatives, specialized mineral water access projects, and the installation of large-diameter wells for urban residential supply. The company provides inspection, servicing, and rehabilitation services for existing wells. Founded in 1961 and headquartered in Marseille, France, Foraco operates in diverse environments, including deserts and mountainous regions, and serves a wide range of clients, including mining companies, governmental organizations, and international development funds. As of the end of 2019, Foraco operated 302 drill rigs across multiple regions, including Europe, North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific.

Vet+ a

Debt Financing in 2017
Vet+a is an insurance software group specialised in the provision of appraisal and claim management software and solutions to insurers in the home and properties sector.

Petit Palace Hotels

Private Equity Round in 2017
Petit Palace Hotels provides best guaranteed price for our luxurious hotels that are located in the historic centre of major cities.

Antalis

Debt Financing in 2017
Antalis Société anonyme is a leading distributor of paper products and packaging solutions in Europe, serving markets in the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria, and beyond. The company offers a diverse range of products, including creative, digital, recycled, and everyday papers, as well as envelopes, labels, and graphical boards. Additionally, Antalis provides visual communication media such as self-adhesive vinyl stickers and point-of-sale advertising materials. The company also distributes printing machines and inks, catering to various customer needs. Antalis emphasizes sustainable development and offers a suite of services, including business networking, print consulting, and packaging expertise. Its product offerings are marketed under several brands, including Novatech, PrintSpeed, and Coala. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, Antalis operates as a subsidiary of Kokusai Pulp&Paper Co., Ltd.

GT Motive

Debt Financing in 2017
GT Motive, a Mitchell Partner Company, is a European company dedicated to the development of software for valuation and management of claims, maintenance and breakdowns for the automotive sector. Its assessment tools provide the technology that allows to obtain the best results and to restore normality in the day to day after an accident or a breakdown in the vehicle.

proFagus

Debt Financing in 2016
ProFagus GmbH is a German company specializing in the production of beech wood charcoal, briquettes, and related barbecue products. Founded in 1895 and based in Bodenfelde, the company also manufactures natural additives and specialty flavorings for the food industry. ProFagus is committed to environmentally friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. The company was previously known as Holzverkohlungsindustrie AG until it changed its name in January 2006.

Babcock Wanson

Debt Financing in 2016
Babcock Wanson offers a complete range of products and services for your industrial boiler room. From smoke tube boilers, rapid steam boilers, thermal fluid boilers and superheated water boilers to VOC treatment facilities and thermal oxidation odors, water treatment and process heating solutions and industrial premises, BABCOCK WANSON helps you optimize your energy production with products of proven quality and efficient services.

Portsur Castellón

Acquisition in 2016
Portsur Castellon is a privately held company that owns and operates a bulk terminal in the Port of Castellón.

Café & Té

Debt Financing in 2014
Founded in 1973 by Mr. Gustavo Ron, Café & Té is a leading Spanish coffee shop chain. Café & Té operates a network of 147 coffee shops, 101 owned and 46 franchises. The company's owned and franchised coffee shops sell coffee, tea, ice cream, tropical juices, paninis, baguettinis, toast, pancakes, natural shakes, pastries, hamburgers, salads, chocolate, smoothies, milkshakes and frappes, cake, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and fresh baked goods. Café & Té is top of mind with Spanish consumers and it ranks second compared with the rest of coffee shop franchises in Spain. http://www.cafeandte.com/

Sausalitos

Debt Financing in 2014
Sausalitos is a leisure restaurant chain in Germany that specializes in Californian-Mexican cuisine. The establishment offers a diverse menu featuring gastronomic cocktails and dishes crafted from exotic recipes, allowing customers to experience meals that reflect both contemporary trends and authentic Mexican flavors.
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