Fjord Capital Partners

Fjord Capital Partners is a private equity investment firm established in 2007 and headquartered in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. The firm focuses on investing in lower mid-market companies, particularly in the sectors of industrial resource efficiency, healthcare, and space-related businesses. Fjord Capital aims to create value through an active industrial ownership model, pursuing both buyout and growth opportunities. With a commitment to fostering sustainable practices, the firm leverages its expertise to enhance the operational efficiency and competitiveness of its portfolio companies.

Max von Arnim

Partner

Michael Obermayer

Partner

6 past transactions

Samplix

Venture Round in 2023
Samplix is a biotechnology company based in Herlev, Denmark, focused on single-molecule sample preparation for DNA and RNA. It has developed the Xdrop™ technology, which utilizes a unique “water-oil-water” droplet system to create millions of reaction chambers for handling individual DNA molecules. This innovative approach allows for targeted enrichment of large DNA fragments and enables researchers to sequence specific genetic regions effectively. Samplix's technology addresses the limitations of existing multi-molecule preparation methods, providing enhanced precision and sensitivity while simplifying the sample preparation process. Its solutions empower scientists to make informed research decisions, particularly in applications related to virus integration and CRISPR editing.

Estibio

Private Equity Round in 2018
Estibio ApS, based in Ballerup, Denmark, specializes in the production and out-licensing of bioethanol through its innovative fermentation technology platform. The company utilizes patented Pentocrobe thermophilic microorganisms to catalyze the anaerobic fermentation of sugars, enabling a more efficient manufacturing process for both first and second generation bioethanol. Estibio's technology allows for the fermentation of various biomass types, including starchy and lignocellulosic materials, and is characterized by high-temperature processing that yields rapid and efficient production. In addition to its core bioethanol production activities, Estibio offers consultancy and analytical testing services, which encompass process optimization, composition analysis, and customer-specified genetic engineering. Established in 2005, Estibio continues to support its partners and customers with a range of services aimed at enhancing biofuel production efficiency.

Bowman Power Group

Venture Round in 2014
Bowman Power Group Limited specializes in the development and marketing of electric turbo compounding (ETC) technology systems for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of engines and generators, as well as power rental providers and independent power producers globally. The company’s ETC systems, designed for both new builds and retrofitting, enhance energy efficiency and power density in gas and diesel-fueled generator sets. By recovering waste energy from exhaust gases, their technology converts it into grid-quality electricity, contributing to significant energy savings and carbon dioxide reduction. With over 600 ETC systems deployed worldwide, Bowman Power Group has generated more than 350 GWh of free energy, resulting in the avoidance of over 100,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. The company collaborates with notable industry players such as Cummins and Wärtsilä to improve generator efficiency. Founded in 2003 and based in Southampton, the company employs approximately 80 staff and is backed by several prominent investment firms.

BioGasol

Venture Round in 2012
BioGasol ApS is a Danish company established in January 2006, originating from extensive research at The Technical University of Denmark. Founded by Professor Birgitte Kiær Ahring, the company specializes in the design and development of technologies for bioethanol production. Located in Ballerup, BioGasol focuses on the biochemical conversion of lignocellulosic biomass and has developed proprietary technologies for pretreatment, biogas production, and C5-fermentation for ethanol production. With a team of just over 20 employees, the company has successfully demonstrated its technology concept in a pilot plant since its inception, positioning itself as a key player in renewable energy solutions.

BioGasol

Acquisition in 2010
BioGasol ApS is a Danish company established in January 2006, originating from extensive research at The Technical University of Denmark. Founded by Professor Birgitte Kiær Ahring, the company specializes in the design and development of technologies for bioethanol production. Located in Ballerup, BioGasol focuses on the biochemical conversion of lignocellulosic biomass and has developed proprietary technologies for pretreatment, biogas production, and C5-fermentation for ethanol production. With a team of just over 20 employees, the company has successfully demonstrated its technology concept in a pilot plant since its inception, positioning itself as a key player in renewable energy solutions.

Tesla

Series F in 2009
Tesla, Inc., established in 2003, is a leading innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a range of electric vehicles, including luxury and midsize sedans, crossover SUVs, a light truck, and a semi-truck. Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, offering an expanding lineup of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company operates through two segments: Automotive, which focuses on EV production, powertrain components, and services, and Energy Generation and Storage, which provides rechargeable battery systems, solar energy generation, and energy storage products for residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications. Tesla markets its products through company-owned stores, galleries, and its official website, and supports them with a network of service centers and mobile technicians. Additionally, Tesla operates a fast-charging network for EV owners.
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