
Alpina Partners
Description
Alpina Partners is a distinguished independent private equity firm based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in investments across the European technology and engineering sectors. The firm is committed to identifying and partnering with profitable, market-leading companies that demonstrate strong growth potential. Their strategic focus is on businesses that are poised for significant expansion, often through internationalization and strategic development initiatives. Alpina's approach is characterized by a long-term investment horizon, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies.
The firm's investment criteria are clearly defined, targeting companies with established profitability and robust market positions. Alpina typically seeks out businesses generating annual revenues between €10 million and €100 million, indicating a preference for mature, yet scalable, enterprises. Within these parameters, Alpina Partners usually deploys first cheques ranging from €5 million to €30 million per transaction. This substantial investment range allows them to take meaningful stakes in companies that require significant capital to fuel their next phase of growth or to execute strategic acquisitions.
Alpina's sector expertise spans several key areas, including Software & IT, Industrial Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, and Business Services. This diversified yet focused approach enables the firm to leverage deep industry knowledge and networks to support its portfolio. They actively engage with management teams, offering strategic insights and operational expertise to help companies achieve their full potential. The firm's commitment to fostering innovation and market leadership underscores its role as a value-add investor in the competitive European technology landscape.
Investor Profile
Alpina Partners has backed more than 32 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 34% of its total and boasts 7 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Private Equity, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, Germany, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Environmental Engineering, Software.
- Typical check size: $5.4M – $32.4M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (72%)
- Private Equity (13%)
- Series B (6%)
- Series A (6%)
- Series C (3%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (44%)
- Germany (34%)
- United States (16%)
- Ireland (6%)
Industry Focus
- Manufacturing
- Environmental Engineering
- Software
- Biotechnology
- Natural Resources
- Energy
- Information Technology
- Electronics
- Energy Management
- Solar
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