Roc Partners

Roc Partners is an alternative investment manager based in Sydney, Australia, specializing in private equity within the Asia Pacific region. Established in 1996, the firm became an independent entity in 2014 following a management buy-out from the Macquarie Group. With a team of over 25 experienced professionals located in Sydney, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, Roc Partners focuses on investing in growth-stage companies through buyouts. Its investment interests span various sectors, including consumer products, consumer services, financial services, healthcare, information technology, materials, resources, and manufacturing, targeting opportunities in East Asia, Oceania, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.

David Cheng

Investment Director

Cheryl Li

Senior Associate

Michael Lukin

Partner

Aaron Mbakwe

Vice President

Andrew Savage

Senior Partner and Member of the Investment Committee

4 past transactions

Freshmax

Acquisition in 2025
Freshmax is a full-service produce marketer based in Australia, focusing on the distribution and marketing of fresh produce. The company offers a diverse range of products, including apples, pears, stone fruit, kiwifruit, and avocados. Freshmax serves customers both domestically and internationally, with a notable presence in markets such as China. In addition to its marketing capabilities, Freshmax provides category management, regional wholesale, and export/import services, positioning itself as a key player in the fresh produce industry.

Viridios Capital

Series B in 2022
Viridios Capital invests in carbon finance projects in accordance with its nature-based market-creation strategy. The company creates and implements proprietary technology to value, structure, and originate emissions offsets and sustainable development assets, thereby facilitating investment flows and investor returns. Viridios Capital also provides sustainable development asset structuring and advisory, ESG facilitation, carbon credit portfolio and registry management. Viridios was founded in 2019 and has offices in Sydney, London, and New York.

PreShow

Seed Round in 2021
PreShow is a New York-based company founded in 2019 that aims to make moviegoing free by linking brands directly with consumers. Through its innovative app, PreShow allows users to earn opportunities to watch movies in theaters at no cost. The platform operates on a model that converts consumer attention into rewards, facilitating a direct exchange between users and advertisers. By engaging with advertisements, users can accumulate benefits that enhance their moviegoing experience, effectively monetizing their time and attention. This unique approach not only provides a cost-free avenue for enjoying films but also creates a valuable channel for brands to connect with their target audience.

Emerald Grain

Acquisition in 2020
Emerald Grain is an integrated grain trading and supply chain business based in Australia. The company operates a network of grain merchants across major grain-growing regions, providing valuable insights into the Australian grain market. Emerald Grain supports grain growers and their communities by offering a variety of services, including grain trading, marketing, storage, and handling. It markets a range of products, such as grains, oilseeds, and feed grains, facilitating efficient transactions between clients and enhancing the overall efficiency of the grain supply chain.
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