Verdane

Verdane is a venture capital and private equity firm established in 1985, focused on investing in Northern European companies with significant growth potential. The firm targets sectors such as software, consumer internet, energy technology, and advanced industrials, and can take either minority or majority positions in its investments. Verdane employs an active-ownership model, providing portfolio companies with access to extensive networks, market intelligence, and sector expertise to foster top-line growth. Historically, companies in its portfolio have experienced substantial revenue and EBITDA growth. Verdane also manages diversified funds that emphasize impact investing, particularly in the energy sector, and engages in secondary investments aimed at digitalization. The firm is based in Oslo, Norway, and operates across Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden.

Daniel Ahlstrand

Investment Professional

Erling Amble

Senior Associate

Paula Ruiz Azcue

Associate

Björn Beckman

Investment Professional

Parham Benisi

Investment Professional

Simon Betzler

Senior Associate

Liv Ingeborg Blekkerud

Chief Financial Officer

Nils Bouchet

Director

Max Carlsén

Investment Professional

Emilio Costa

Investment professional

Andreas Daae

Investment Professional

Frida Einarson

Partner

Magnus Ekqvist

Investment Manager

Eline Stokstad Fjell

Director

Gustav Friberg

Associate

Hampus Frisén

Director

Julia Gerken

Senior Associate

Jakob Greger Gravdal

Investment Professional

Maroje Guertl

Principal

Arne Handeland

Partner

Christian Jebsen

Partner

Emanuel Johnsson

Partner

Karin Kans

Director

Maximilian Kempken

Director

Joakim Kjemperud

Principal

Henrik Klobut

Director

Emilia Lassas

Senior Associate

Bjarne K. Lie

Managing Partner

Pål Malmros

Partner

Wilhelm Meyer

Associate

Iikka Moilanen

Investment Professional

Staffan Mörndal

Partner

Birger Nergaard

Founder

David Nielsen

Senior Associate

Per Nordlander

Partner

Cecilia Nytorp

Investment Professional

Erik Osmundsen

PartnerPartner

Christopher Parmo

Chief Operating Officer

Miikka Patteri

Associate

Camilla Skiffard Pedersen

Associate

Johnny Rindahl

Partner

Tomas Rosales

Investment Professional

Johanna Rydén

Senior Associate

Henrik Sagosen Smeby

Associate

Reed Snyder

Director

Sebastian Stierncreutz

Associate

Göran Strandberg

Partner

Fredrika Svanholm

Associate

Atle Søvik

Partner

Anni Tuulos

Director

Anders Vinther-Antonsen

Senior Associate

Nils Vold

Partner

Hendrik Wildhagen

Director

Maggie Yang

Analyst

Past deals in Denmark

Onomondo

Series A in 2022
Onomondo is a technology company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that specializes in developing a global cellular network for the telecommunications industry. The company provides solutions that enable operators to merge various mobile networks into a single international home network, facilitating a roaming-free experience for consumers and businesses alike. Onomondo's platform supports mobile virtual network operators by allowing them to offer unified network solutions, reducing costs, and enhancing average revenues. The technology also enables roaming-free services for both mobile end users and machine-to-machine communications, ensuring seamless connectivity as devices switch between local GSM networks. With partnerships across over 700 mobile operators globally, Onomondo aims to simplify and secure the deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide, allowing clients to operate under one network provider without the risk of permanent roaming issues. Originally founded as Hello World Mobile ApS in 2012, the company rebranded to Onomondo in 2014.

Scanmarket

Private Equity Round in 2022
Scanmarket A/S is a provider of cloud-based sourcing and procurement solutions, specializing in strategic sourcing software. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, the company offers a comprehensive suite of applications, including eSourcing for contract management, eRFx for managing supplier information and quality standards, eAuction for online price negotiations, and eLearning for training purposes. Additionally, Scanmarket provides tools for spend analysis and contract management, along with consulting, supplier sourcing, and helpdesk support services. Its strategic partnerships enhance its offerings, making it a key player in the procurement technology sector.

Instabox

Series C in 2022
Instabox AB, based in Stockholm, Sweden, provides a freight forwarding service specializing in logistics for e-commerce retailers. The company offers an express shipping service that delivers packages to its network of smart delivery lockers across Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. Instabox enables same-day delivery for various online stores, reaching approximately six million customers in Sweden. The service caters to well-known brands, including H&M, Ikea, and Lloyds. Instabox has experienced significant growth, reportedly tripling its business each year over the past few years.

Danelec Marine

Acquisition in 2020
Danelec Marine designs, develops, and manufactures maritime products which are solid, safe, and simple. Its mission is to provide the most efficient product and service solutions to shipowners, resulting in lowest cost of ownership and highest customer satisfaction in the maritime industry. Its products are based on an application-specific design to ensure extremely high reliability. The quality of its products has been proven by more than 6,000 installations worldwide. In addition, Danelec provides a service guarantee of 10 years after a product's "end of life", assuring its customers that Danelec equipment is serviceable during its entire lifetime.

Scanmarket

Seed Round in 2019
Scanmarket A/S is a provider of cloud-based sourcing and procurement solutions, specializing in strategic sourcing software. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, the company offers a comprehensive suite of applications, including eSourcing for contract management, eRFx for managing supplier information and quality standards, eAuction for online price negotiations, and eLearning for training purposes. Additionally, Scanmarket provides tools for spend analysis and contract management, along with consulting, supplier sourcing, and helpdesk support services. Its strategic partnerships enhance its offerings, making it a key player in the procurement technology sector.

JSB Group

Acquisition in 2016
JSB Group A/S deliver customised, efficient, and affordable core kits to the global wind power industry.

JSB Plast

Venture Round in 2016
JSB Group A/S manufactures and supplies wind turbine kits. The company offers foam or balsa kits and core material kits for uses in the structural enhancements of rotor blades and nacelles for wind turbines. It serves customers in Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company was founded in 1988 and is based in Ringkøbing, Denmark. It has operations in China and the United States. As of October 15, 2018, JSB Group A/S operates as a subsidiary of Gurit Holding AG.

PolyTech

Venture Round in 2016
PolyTech specializes in Lightning Protection Systems (LPS) and Leading Edge Protection, focusing on understanding and meeting customer objectives. The company emphasizes forming partnerships with clients to ensure successful outcomes by leveraging their technical expertise and industry knowledge. With a commitment to engineering excellence, PolyTech manages the entire value chain from design and evaluation to prototyping, production, and ongoing improvement of their solutions. This comprehensive approach allows them to serve clients globally and effectively address their specific needs across various sectors. Through their dedication to client success, PolyTech has established itself as a reliable partner in the field of protection systems.

Jupiter Group

Venture Round in 2016
Jupiter Group’s strategy is to grow by supplying the wind turbine industry with innovative and complementary composite solutions by establishing production facilities meeting customers requirements. They are raising performance through partnerships and by focusing on minimizing total cost enabling us to provide their customers with flexible supply chains and optimum logistical solutions.

Jupiter Bach

Acquisition in 2016
Jupiter Bach is the supplier of nacelle and spinner covers to wind turbine manufacturers.

Trivec

Acquisition in 2016
Founded in 1998, Trivec is a national Swedish company that supplies hotels and restaurants with the latest, cutting-edge technology.They provide personalized soft-and hardware solutions tailored to their clients demands on a need-to-need basis. As the market-leading firm in Scandinavia, the company has increased its revenue annually, and has a yearly profit of € 8,5 million. Thus, Trivec with their 26 motivated employees has expanded their outreach and is now operating in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Spain and Hong Kong. With more than 1500 references in the Scandinavian market Trivec has put its mark on the hospitality and leisure market and are ready to continue the trend of the past years.

Ferd

Acquisition in 2014
Ferd Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Oslo, Norway, with an additional office in Lysaker. As a subsidiary of Ferd AS, it specializes in various investment strategies, including late-stage growth capital, buyouts, and turnaround investments across a wide range of industries, such as energy, technology, and healthcare. The firm targets investments in companies based primarily in Norway and the broader Scandinavian region, focusing on those with enterprise values between $100 million and $300 million. Ferd Capital typically invests between $50 million and $150 million to acquire significant ownership stakes, often seeking majority control and board representation. The firm operates with flexibility in its investment approach, allowing it to engage with both mature companies needing restructuring and emerging businesses seeking growth capital. As a long-term and active investor, Ferd Capital aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies while adhering to its established value platform.

whiteaway

Private Equity Round in 2013
WhiteAway A/S is an online retailer specializing in home appliances, founded in 2003 and headquartered in Risskov, Denmark. The company provides a wide range of products, including dishwashers, washing machines, refrigerators, stoves, and personal care items, catering primarily to residential clients. WhiteAway emphasizes competitive pricing and offers free delivery within a few days, making it convenient for consumers to purchase essential household goods. The retailer collaborates with well-known brands such as Miele, Bosch, Siemens, and AEG, enhancing its product offerings and market presence.

LensOn

Acquisition in 2006
LensOn is a prominent independent online retailer of contact lenses in the Nordic region. The company specializes in a wide range of lens products, including extended wear, toric, multifocal, and bifocal lenses, as well as various accessories. By operating primarily online, LensOn offers customers a convenient shopping experience, making it easier for individuals to access quality eye care products from the comfort of their homes.