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Alpina Partners

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

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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Who does Alpina Partners frequently co-invest with?

NCB Ventures
Europe, Dublin, Ireland, Dublin
Co-Investments: 1
Expansion Capital Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Entrepreneurs Fund
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 7
WHEB
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Advantage Capital
North America, Louisiana, United States, New Orleans
Co-Investments: 2
Oxford Capital
Europe, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, Oxford
Co-Investments: 7
MTI Ventures
Europe, Oldham, United Kingdom, Oldham
Co-Investments: 3
Armilar Venture Partners
Europe, Lisboa, Portugal, Lisboa
Co-Investments: 2
Next Wave Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Stonehenge Capital
North America, Ohio, United States, Columbus
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Alpina Partners often collaborate with?

RW
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Alpina Partners?

New Solutions GmbH

Burghausen, Bayern, Germany

New Solutions GmbH is an independent software house for information and communication technology.

ComputerInformation TechnologyRoboticsSoftware
Series UnknownJul 14, 2017
QDA Solutions

Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

QDA software suite, the company offers a fully integrated quality management solution.

Software
Series UnknownJul 10, 2017
Virtalis

Sale, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Virtalis is a Virtual Reality (VR), simulation technology and advanced visualisation company.

MarketingSimulationSoftwareTrainingVirtual Reality
Private EquityJun 30, 2017
Assent Building Control

Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom

Assent Building Control approved Inspectors for Building Control Services in the United Kingdom.

Building Maintenance
Series UnknownApr 1, 2017
Oxaion

Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

The ERP solutions of oxaion ag hold more than 30 years of industry and development experience.

ComputerEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySoftware
Series UnknownApr 23, 2015
Exosect

Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Exosect develops a platform technology and a range of natural bio-control products for the protection of food from pests and disease.

BiotechnologyEnvironmental EngineeringNatural Resources
Series UnknownJan 16, 2015
Amount Raised: $2,424,768
Modula

Ettlingen, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Modula is an IT strategy partner and solution provider for the manufacturing industry.

Information ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
Series UnknownJan 1, 2015
Mcor Technologies

Dunleer, Louth, Ireland

Mcor Technologies is an innovative manufacturer of full color and eco-friendly 3D printers.

3D Printing3D TechnologyManufacturingPhotography
Series BJun 16, 2014
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
UB Composites

Murr, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

UB Composites is an aerospace sector providing carbon fiber components.

AerospaceAir TransportationManufacturingService Industry
Series UnknownFeb 14, 2014
Exosect

Winchester, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Exosect develops a platform technology and a range of natural bio-control products for the protection of food from pests and disease.

BiotechnologyEnvironmental EngineeringNatural Resources
Series UnknownMay 28, 2013
Amount Raised: $3,761,995