Russian Direct Investment Fund

The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), established in 2011 and headquartered in Moscow, is a sovereign wealth fund designed to facilitate direct investment in Russia. With a reserved capital of $10 billion, RDIF collaborates with leading global investors to make strategic investments in both established and emerging Russian companies. The fund aims to attract foreign capital to the Russian economy, having successfully garnered over $40 billion through long-term partnerships. RDIF primarily focuses on sectors such as information technology, communications, networking, and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT). Through its investment strategy, RDIF acts as a catalyst for economic growth and development within Russia.

Ilya Bakhturin

Director, Special Investment Situations

Past deals in FSU

IXcellerate

Series C in 2022
IXcellerate is a leading Carrier Neutral Data Centre located in Moscow, offering high-quality co-location services that meet the stringent standards of financial institutions, multinational corporations, international carriers, and major content providers. The facility provides clients with tailored solutions to address their specific needs, including basic co-location and private, secure cages. IXcellerate's data centers are designed to facilitate telecommunications and traffic exchange, offering an ecosystem that includes systems monitoring and cross-connections. With its strategic location within the MKAD of Central Moscow, IXcellerate ensures affordable and resilient connectivity, enabling clients to connect seamlessly to both local and global markets while maintaining security and low latency.

ivi

Series D in 2021
ivi.ru Media Ltd. operates an online video and cinema platform in Russia, providing a wide range of content that includes movies, television series, shows, cartoons, and music videos. Founded in 2007 and based in Moscow, the platform offers a video-on-demand service that enhances the traditional television experience by allowing users to access content through a secure, scalable, and portable online player. ivi creates opportunities for both independent content producers and mainstream broadcasters by enabling live streaming channels and expanding audience reach. The company focuses on delivering licensed professional content, allowing users to enjoy premium video offerings at no cost.

Elementaree

Series A in 2020
Elementaree is a Moscow-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the distribution of food ingredients and recipe books for home cooking. The company offers a subscription service that delivers personalized food programs directly to customers' doorsteps, catering to various dietary needs and goals, such as weight loss or muscle gain. Elementaree focuses on creating unique meal plans and a diverse range of menus that are tailored to individual preferences, allowing users to explore new recipes while enjoying the convenience of home cooking. By leveraging its expertise in value chain management, Elementaree provides customized food solutions at competitive prices, ensuring a personalized experience for every customer.

CarPrice.ru

Venture Round in 2020
CarPrice is an online platform based in Russia that specializes in the auction of second-hand cars. It offers sellers instant online valuations and connects them with a network of over 4,000 dealers who participate in competitive bidding. The auction process typically lasts around 30 minutes, allowing dealers to determine the best price for vehicles. CarPrice has rapidly established itself as a leading player in the Russian used car market, ranking among the top three sellers within its first year of operation. The company operates from more than 20 locations, including major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. Despite a challenging economic environment that saw a significant decline in new car sales, CarPrice has continued to grow, aiming to increase its monthly auction volume from 4,000 to 10,000. The platform's services not only streamline the selling process but also help buyers access fair market prices for used vehicles.

ivi

Series C in 2019
ivi.ru Media Ltd. operates an online video and cinema platform in Russia, providing a wide range of content that includes movies, television series, shows, cartoons, and music videos. Founded in 2007 and based in Moscow, the platform offers a video-on-demand service that enhances the traditional television experience by allowing users to access content through a secure, scalable, and portable online player. ivi creates opportunities for both independent content producers and mainstream broadcasters by enabling live streaming channels and expanding audience reach. The company focuses on delivering licensed professional content, allowing users to enjoy premium video offerings at no cost.

Deliver

Series B in 2018
Deliver is a technology company that offers a web-based platform designed to optimize the logistics and transportation of goods. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Moscow, the company specializes in e-commerce and delivery services. Its platform automates the cargo management process, providing logistics businesses with flexibility and efficiency in handling transportation requests. Deliver's services ensure safe cargo transportation, full financial and legal accountability, and timely payments for carriers, ultimately enhancing the operational capabilities of its clients.

Enel OGK-5

Private Equity Round in 2012
Enel OGK-5 is one of the leading Russian wholesale producers of power and heat. The company was established in 2004 within the framework of the reforms in the Russian power industry aimed at creation of an effective competitive market and attraction of private investment into the sector. Enel OGK-5 was the first of the six wholesale power generation companies to be registered and access equity capital markets. Today, Enel OGK-5 is a dynamically developing company which is headquartered in Moscow and has four production branches around Russia: in the Ural region - Reftinskaya GRES, Sredneuralskaya GRES, in the northern Caucasus - Nevinnomysskaya GRES, and in Central Russia - Konakovskaya GRES. The aggregate installed capacity of the company is 9 677 MW for power and 2 382 GCal/h for heat. The company provides power and heat to both industrial enterprises and household consumers via local power distribution networks.
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