IMM Investment

IMM Investment Corp. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 1999. The firm specializes in mezzanine investments and focuses on sectors such as information technology, healthcare, biotechnology, and manufacturing. It engages in various investment activities including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, management buyouts, and cross-border investments. In its growth stage investments, IMM allocates resources to startups, expansion, and mezzanine financing, with a significant emphasis on information technology infrastructure and digital content. The firm also targets medium-sized companies and prefers an active management role in its investments. Additionally, IMM Investment undertakes secondary investments and co-invests in buyout transactions, aiming for strategic opportunities in diverse industries, including telecommunications, entertainment, and biotechnology.

Hyun-Chan Cho

Partner, Co-Chief Investment Officer, Head of Infrastructure & Chair of Infrastructure Investment Committee

Ik-jin Cho

Partner

Dong-woo Jang

Co-CEO and Co-President

Il-bu Jung

VP and Partner

Gwan-hun Lee

Director

Kwang-guk Nak

Director

Min-gyoo Oh

Principal

Past deals in Textiles

Encina

Venture Round in 2022
Encina specializes in waste management technology that transforms end-of-life plastics into valuable renewable chemicals, primarily benzene, toluene, and xylenes (BTX). Utilizing an integrated single-stage catalytic conversion process, the company breaks down waste plastics to the molecular level, significantly reducing the reliance on fossil feedstocks. This innovative approach not only helps in producing high-value, industrial-grade circular chemicals but also supports global manufacturing customers in achieving their renewable content objectives. By enabling the effective use and reuse of plastics, Encina contributes to sustainability across various industries, including consumer products, packaging, pharmaceuticals, and construction.