Samara Capital

Samara Capital is a Mumbai-based private equity firm established in 2006, focusing on investment opportunities within emerging Indian companies. The firm targets businesses that exhibit potential for rapid transformation, driven by strong management teams and favorable market conditions. Samara Capital emphasizes the significance of building strong relationships with its partner entrepreneurs, prioritizing trust, flexibility, and a supportive environment. Its investment strategy includes significant capital deployment, with past investments averaging around USD 10 million per company, particularly in sectors such as financial services and oil and gas. As an entrepreneurially run firm, Samara Capital aims to foster growth and innovation in the Indian market by leveraging its expertise and understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape.

Vikram Agarwal

Director and CFO

Sanjay Bhargava

Managing Director

Girish Bhat

Managing Director

Gautam Gode

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Anchit Gupta

Managing Director

Raj Halve

Operating Partner

Abhishek Kabra

VP

31 past transactions

Agro Tech Foods

Acquisition in 2024
Agro Tech Foods Ltd (ATFL) is a public limited company engaged in the business of marketing food and food ingredients to consumers and institutional customers. We are listed both on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

Paradise

Acquisition in 2022
Paradise is a food service company based in Secunderabad, known for its chain of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries located in major cities such as Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Gurugram. The company specializes in traditional Hyderabadi cuisine, with a particular focus on biryani and other richly flavored delicacies. By offering a diverse menu that highlights regional culinary traditions, Paradise aims to provide customers with a memorable dining experience.

Marengo Asia Healthcare

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Marengo Asia Healthcare is a healthcare platform that operates multispecialty hospital chains, established through partnerships with Samara Capital, Havells Family Investment Office, and Godrej Family Investment Office. The company aims to transform the healthcare industry by providing exceptional care and clinical excellence. It focuses on investing in and collaborating with hospitals in India, leveraging a substantial capital pool to promote sustainable growth and drive innovation within the sector.

Terns Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2021
Terns Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that focuses on discovering and developing molecularly targeted, oral small-molecule drugs aimed at treating cancer and liver diseases. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Foster City, California, with additional offices in Shanghai, China, Terns is dedicated to advancing a pipeline of innovative therapeutic candidates. Its notable products include TERN-101, a potent farnesoid X receptor agonist, and TERN-201, an amine oxidase inhibitor. The company leverages its expertise in disease biology and medicinal chemistry, along with a capital-efficient drug discovery model and robust clinical development capabilities, to address significant unmet medical needs in both China and the global market.

Nature's Essence

Acquisition in 2019
Nature's Essence Pvt Ltd. is a manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of personal care products, specializing in skin care, hair care, and body care. Founded in 1998 and based in New Delhi, India, the company offers an extensive product portfolio that includes face washes, face packs, facial kits, bleaches, and creams, as well as body lotions, soaps, and hair removers. Additionally, Nature's Essence provides shampoos, conditioners, gels, and hotel toiletries. The company has established itself as a notable player in the personal care sector, focusing on quality and variety in its offerings.

Sapphire Foods India

Private Equity Round in 2018
Sapphire Foods India Ltd is the largest franchisee of Yum! Brands in the Indian subcontinent, operating over 400 restaurants, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell across India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, emphasizing openness and honesty in its operations. By focusing on innovation and striving to enhance its services, Sapphire Foods aims to provide a better dining experience for its customers while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical business practices.

More Retail

Acquisition in 2018
More Retail is a prominent retailer in India specializing in food and grocery products. The company operates a chain of retail stores that provide a wide range of offerings, including fruits, vegetables, staples, beverages, sports items, and home furnishings. More Retail enhances the shopping experience by providing customers with various purchasing options, including in-store, mobile, and online platforms.

Spoton Logistics

Acquisition in 2018
Spoton Logistics is providing logistics services. Spoton stands for providing the most accurate and right Express Logistics service to their customers. With their registered office and the Head Office in Bengaluru, they are a network of around 1000 people across India. Their strong network connects you to North, East, West, South through their 3 Regional offices, 11 hubs and 8 depots in the country. As an Express Logistics service provider, they hold expertise in movement of cargo in India within the transit time.Their well established network as well as services of professionals provide us a strong and secure base for all the logistical needs of their clients. They provide logistics solutions to industries and segments like Hi-Tech, Automotive, Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Electronics and Electrical and Life style and Retail. Spoton has a holistic customer orientation across all customer facing functions, Excellent People Orientation with strong people processes and Excellent Operating Processes backed by a very robust IT solution.

Spoton Logistics

Acquisition in 2018
Spoton Logistics is providing logistics services. Spoton stands for providing the most accurate and right Express Logistics service to their customers. With their registered office and the Head Office in Bengaluru, they are a network of around 1000 people across India. Their strong network connects you to North, East, West, South through their 3 Regional offices, 11 hubs and 8 depots in the country. As an Express Logistics service provider, they hold expertise in movement of cargo in India within the transit time.Their well established network as well as services of professionals provide us a strong and secure base for all the logistical needs of their clients. They provide logistics solutions to industries and segments like Hi-Tech, Automotive, Engineering, Pharmaceutical, Electronics and Electrical and Life style and Retail. Spoton has a holistic customer orientation across all customer facing functions, Excellent People Orientation with strong people processes and Excellent Operating Processes backed by a very robust IT solution.

FirstMeridian

Acquisition in 2018
FirstMeridian is a human resources investment platform that leverages technology and innovation to provide comprehensive HR services. The company specializes in general and professional staffing, permanent recruitment, managed services, and HR technology and automation. By focusing on these areas, FirstMeridian aims to enhance economic opportunities for the workforce, ultimately transforming lives through improved employment solutions.

Sahajanand Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2018
Sahajanand Medical Technologies is a prominent developer and manufacturer of minimally invasive coronary stent systems, offering one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry. The company specializes in drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, balloon catheters, and inflation devices, with a focus on making critical healthcare more affordable. Sahajanand Medical Technologies has a significant international presence, operating in over 40 countries, and is dedicated to advancing patient care through continuous innovation. Their commitment extends to developing devices that employ biodegradable polymer matrices, ensuring that patients receive tailored solutions aligned with their medical needs. The company's goal is to comprehensively address all aspects of cardiovascular treatment, ultimately contributing to the welfare of patients globally.

Sanjay Maintenance Services

Acquisition in 2017
Sanjay Maintenance Services (SMS) is a provider of integrated facilities management services, catering primarily to the healthcare, banking, retail, and education sectors. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including housekeeping, repair and maintenance, and various technical support, which are designed to align with the specific needs of its clients and help them achieve their operational goals. With decades of industry experience, SMS emphasizes strong systems and documentation in key areas such as quality management, service delivery, and workforce training. The organization is committed to excelling in quality, health, safety, and environmental standards, positioning itself as a credible partner in delivering state-of-the-art and sustainable services across India.

Paradise

Series A in 2017
Paradise is a food service company based in Secunderabad, known for its chain of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries located in major cities such as Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Gurugram. The company specializes in traditional Hyderabadi cuisine, with a particular focus on biryani and other richly flavored delicacies. By offering a diverse menu that highlights regional culinary traditions, Paradise aims to provide customers with a memorable dining experience.

Sahajanand Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2016
Sahajanand Medical Technologies is a prominent developer and manufacturer of minimally invasive coronary stent systems, offering one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry. The company specializes in drug-eluting stents, bare metal stents, balloon catheters, and inflation devices, with a focus on making critical healthcare more affordable. Sahajanand Medical Technologies has a significant international presence, operating in over 40 countries, and is dedicated to advancing patient care through continuous innovation. Their commitment extends to developing devices that employ biodegradable polymer matrices, ensuring that patients receive tailored solutions aligned with their medical needs. The company's goal is to comprehensively address all aspects of cardiovascular treatment, ultimately contributing to the welfare of patients globally.

Ganga Kaveri Seeds

Venture Round in 2016
Ganga Kaveri Seeds is an agri-biotech company based in Hyderabad, India, that specializes in the development and production of hybrid seeds. The company focuses on hybrid rice seed genetics and also offers a diverse range of seeds for other crops, including bajra, cotton, jute, jowar, mustard, moong, maize, sunflower, sorghum sudan grass, and wheat. Ganga Kaveri Seeds aims to enhance agricultural practices by modifying crop cultivation and protection techniques, thereby contributing to sustainable farming for Indian farmers. Recognizing the critical importance of seed production, the company is committed to supporting farmers with high-quality seed options.

Oilmax Energy

Venture Round in 2016
Oilmax Energy is an integrated oil and gas company that provides a comprehensive range of services across the upstream value chain. The company engages in exploration, production, energy performance contracting, and operation and maintenance. It focuses on evaluating assets in strategic regions including Far East Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Russia, aiming for both organic resource development and inorganic acquisitions. Their offerings include geophysical data acquisition, turnkey drilling, and the construction, operation, and maintenance of production facilities.

Adcock Ingram Healthcare

Acquisition in 2016
Adcock Ingram Holdings is a healthcare company based in Midrand, South Africa, that manufactures, markets, and distributes a diverse range of healthcare products primarily in Southern Africa, India, and the broader African market. The company offers over-the-counter products, prescription medicines, and consumer health items across various therapeutic categories, including women’s health, dermatology, respiratory care, and cardiovascular health. Additionally, it produces hospital and critical care products such as intravenous solutions and renal dialysis systems. With a significant portion of its sales generated from the private sector, Adcock Ingram serves both private and public healthcare sectors. Founded in 1890, the company has built a reputation in drug manufacturing and healthcare solutions, contributing to its robust presence in the regional market.

Oaknet Healthcare

Acquisition in 2016
Oaknet Healthcare is a pharmaceutical company that focuses on non-communicable diseases. Founded in 2015, Oaknet is one of the fastest companies to reach the top 100 companies in the Indian Pharmaceutical Market, with great depth of experience and incomparable expertise, and therapies of focus are Dermatology, Gynaecology, Pain Management, Nutritional, Cardiology, and Diabetes.

Paradise

Series A in 2015
Paradise is a food service company based in Secunderabad, known for its chain of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries located in major cities such as Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Gurugram. The company specializes in traditional Hyderabadi cuisine, with a particular focus on biryani and other richly flavored delicacies. By offering a diverse menu that highlights regional culinary traditions, Paradise aims to provide customers with a memorable dining experience.

Paradise

Series A in 2014
Paradise is a food service company based in Secunderabad, known for its chain of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries located in major cities such as Bengaluru, Chennai, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, and Gurugram. The company specializes in traditional Hyderabadi cuisine, with a particular focus on biryani and other richly flavored delicacies. By offering a diverse menu that highlights regional culinary traditions, Paradise aims to provide customers with a memorable dining experience.

Iron Mountain

Private Equity Round in 2014
Iron Mountain Incorporated specializes in information protection and storage, offering a range of services that include records management, data protection and recovery, and information destruction. The company caters to diverse industries by providing digital business solutions, such as cloud storage, workflow automation, and migration services. By focusing on secure and efficient information management, Iron Mountain helps organizations safeguard their data while optimizing operational workflows.

AIG Hospital

Venture Round in 2014
AIG Hospitals is a Gastroenterology hospital that believes and preaches that excellence is a way of life. It offers transplant surgeries including Liver, Kidney, Heart, Pancreas, and Islet Cell. It believes in creating a positive and nurturing environment that is conducive to healing. It was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Hyderabad, India.

Cogencis Information Services

Acquisition in 2012
Cogencis Information Services is a provider of real-time market data terminals tailored for institutional customers in India. The company specializes in delivering global news, data, and analytics through its information terminal, which aggregates information from various sources. This service is designed to assist clients in making informed business decisions, ultimately aiming to maximize their returns. By focusing on the needs of institutional clients, Cogencis plays a crucial role in facilitating access to timely and relevant market information.

Ganga Kaveri Seeds

Venture Round in 2012
Ganga Kaveri Seeds is an agri-biotech company based in Hyderabad, India, that specializes in the development and production of hybrid seeds. The company focuses on hybrid rice seed genetics and also offers a diverse range of seeds for other crops, including bajra, cotton, jute, jowar, mustard, moong, maize, sunflower, sorghum sudan grass, and wheat. Ganga Kaveri Seeds aims to enhance agricultural practices by modifying crop cultivation and protection techniques, thereby contributing to sustainable farming for Indian farmers. Recognizing the critical importance of seed production, the company is committed to supporting farmers with high-quality seed options.

Monte Carlo Fashions

Private Equity Round in 2012
Monte Carlo Fashions Limited is a prominent Indian manufacturer and trader of woolen and cotton readymade apparel, operating primarily under the Monte Carlo brand. The company offers a diverse range of clothing for men, women, and tweens, including shirts, trousers, denims, dresses, and sportswear, alongside home furnishings and kids’ apparel. Monte Carlo's products are available through a wide distribution network, which includes approximately 278 executive brand outlets, 2,500 multi-brand outlets, 566 national chain stores, and 120 shop-in-shop locations, as well as various e-commerce platforms. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Ludhiana, India, Monte Carlo Fashions has positioned itself as a key player in the textile garment industry, focusing on both domestic and export markets.

RBL Bank

Venture Round in 2011
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.

Thriveni Earthmovers

Private Equity Round in 2010
Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited is a mining company based in Salem, India, founded in 1991. It specializes in the exploration, development, and mining of various mineral deposits, including iron ore, copper, coal, bauxite, graphite, limestone, and granite. The company provides a range of services such as geological prospecting, mine planning, and excavation of hard rock, as well as maintaining mining equipment. Additionally, Thriveni Earthmovers is involved in civil projects, including breakwater construction, railway jobs, and site grading. The company serves clients in the mining sector and manufacturers, offering comprehensive solutions that encompass both mining operations and related infrastructure projects.

Thyrocare Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2010
Thyrocare Technologies Limited is a leading diagnostic testing service provider in India, specializing in a wide range of medical diagnostic tests aimed at the early detection and management of various health disorders, including thyroid and metabolic diseases, diabetes, anemia, infertility, and infectious diseases. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Navi Mumbai, the company operates through three main segments: Diagnostic Testing Services, Imaging Services, and Others. Its Diagnostic Testing Services segment, which generates the majority of revenue, offers comprehensive test profiles under the Aarogyam brand, focusing on wellness and preventive healthcare. Thyrocare is recognized as India's first fully automated diagnostic laboratory, utilizing advanced technology to deliver quality reports at affordable prices. Additionally, the company markets glucometers and glucostrips under the Sugarscan brand and operates a network of imaging centers for effective cancer monitoring.

Global Coal and Mining

Private Equity Round in 2008
Global Coal and Mining is a company based in Gurgaon, Haryana, specializing in coal beneficiation, trading, transportation, and logistics services. The firm employs various beneficiation techniques, including air jig, dense media batch, barrel washing, and coal ash monitoring, to purify coal and enhance its quality. In addition to these services, Global Coal and Mining facilitates the transportation and logistics of the purified product, ensuring efficient delivery to distribution points. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to meet the needs of its clients in the coal industry.

Guardian.in

Private Equity Round in 2008
Guardian.in is a prominent specialty retailer in the health and wellness sector, recognized as a leading provider of beauty, wellness, and nutrition products. The company operates a retail pharmaceutical chain and serves as a wholesaler, emphasizing the establishment of franchise locations across India. Guardian.in is committed to delivering high-quality products and services to meet the diverse needs of its customers, positioning itself as a key player in the health and wellness market.

Flemingo International

Private Equity Round in 2008
Flemingo is a duty free and travel retail operators with a focus on emerging markets. Flemingo operates across different formats like duty free shops in airports, borders, downtown and seaports.
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