ZGI Capital

ZGI Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Riga, Latvia, established in 2005. The firm specializes in investments across various stages, including seed/startup, early venture, and growth capital, with a particular focus on the Fintech sector. It primarily targets opportunities within the Baltics and CIS countries, investing amounts ranging from €0.5 million to €1 million, and potentially up to €5.7 million with additional financing. ZGI Capital typically takes minority stakes, holding up to 49% equity, and may also provide loans under certain circumstances. The firm's investment horizon spans three to six years, with exits achieved through the sale of stakes to other investors. ZGI Capital manages the "ZGI fund," which supports entrepreneurs in need of start-up capital and has a total asset pool of €7.4 million, allowing it to finance projects up to €30 million when combined with bank financing. The firm does not engage in sectors such as synthetic fiber manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, or retail trade.

Juris Eizentals

Partner

Normunds Igolnieks

Partner and Chairman

Ivars Kirsons

Co-Founder and Partner

Jānis Lielcepure

Co-Founder and Partner

Girts Rungainis

Co-Founder and Partner

Past deals in Lithuania

UPRENT

Debt Financing in 2016
UPRENT is a rental company specializing in pumping systems and related equipment, operating primarily in Eastern Europe. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Riga, Latvia, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including equipment rental, project scheduling, cost calculations, delivery, installation, and sales of various pumping systems. Its product offerings include well point dewatering pumps, sewage pumps, submersible pumps, and a variety of accessories, alongside trench shoring systems and power generators. UPRENT caters to diverse industries such as construction, agriculture, mining, and emergency services, addressing needs like sewage pumping, groundwater purification, and industrial reservoir cleaning. The company prioritizes customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication, actively addressing customer feedback, and tailoring services to meet specific requirements. With branches in Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and Poland, UPRENT aims to deliver efficient solutions that minimize energy costs and enhance operational effectiveness.