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NCI Gestion

Europe, Haute-Normandie, France, Rouen

Description

NCI Gestion is a well-established private equity firm based in Rouen, France, playing a significant role in the financing and development of companies across various stages, with a particular emphasis on the Normandy region and the broader French territory. The firm manages a substantial portfolio, with over 400 million euros in assets under management, demonstrating its capacity and commitment to supporting the economic fabric of France. NCI Gestion's investment philosophy is rooted in long-term partnership, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies.

NCI Gestion employs a multi-stage investment strategy, catering to the diverse needs of businesses from early-stage innovation to mature growth and transmission operations. They manage several specialized funds, each with distinct mandates and typical check sizes. For instance, their NCI Innovation fund targets early-stage ventures with investments typically ranging from €100,000 to €1 million, while the NCI Croissance fund focuses on growth capital, deploying between €1 million and €10 million. Additionally, their NCI Transmission fund supports management buyouts and buy-ins, with individual investments often reaching up to €15 million, and potentially more through co-investments. The firm also manages the Normandie Participations fund, which can provide smaller tickets starting from approximately €50,000.

This comprehensive approach allows NCI Gestion to be a flexible and impactful investor, capable of supporting companies throughout their lifecycle. Their commitment extends beyond mere financial injection; they are known for their hands-on involvement, helping companies with strategic planning, governance, and expansion. By fostering regional economic development and nurturing entrepreneurial talent, NCI Gestion solidifies its position as a key player in the French private equity landscape, contributing significantly to job creation and innovation.

Investor Profile

NCI Gestion has backed more than 31 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, Martinique, Italy.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Internet, Retail.
  • Typical check size: $54K – $16.5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (39%)
  • Seed (32%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Private Equity (6%)

Country Focus

  • France (94%)
  • Martinique (3%)
  • Italy (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Internet
  • Retail
  • Health Care
  • E-commerce
  • Biotechnology
  • Software
  • Commercial
  • Information Technology
  • Home And Garden
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does NCI Gestion frequently co-invest with?

360 Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
TRAIL SOLUTIONS PATRIMOINE
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Seventure Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Normandie Participations
Europe, Basse-Normandie, France, Colombelles
Co-Investments: 2
Alto Invest
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Versailles
Co-Investments: 1
UI Investissement
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
IDF CAPITAL
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Unexo
Europe, Bretagne, France, Rennes
Co-Investments: 2
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 2
Pontifax
Asia, Tel Aviv, Israel, Herzliya
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does NCI Gestion often collaborate with?

LA
Europe, Lazio, Italy, Rome
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by NCI Gestion?

Optoprim

Monza, Lombardia, Italy

Optoprim is a machinery manufacturing company that provides the distribution of lasers, optics, and optical electronic instruments.

IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Series UnknownDec 9, 2022
ZEWAY

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

ZEWAY is a developer of mobility solution intended to help people switch to electric scooters for mobility.

AutomotiveRenewable Energy
Series AMay 5, 2020
Amount Raised: $16,258,312
Eelway

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Eelway provide baggage management platform to offer the traveller a complete and quality experience.

Service Industry
SeedMay 3, 2018
Amount Raised: $1,918,221
E-commerce Nation

Mondeville, Basse-Normandie, France

E-commerce Nation is the first e-commerce community in France.

E-CommerceInternet
SeedApr 26, 2018
Amount Raised: $484,336
Filpack

Pierrelaye, Ile-de-France, France

Filpack is provides all packaging solutions for your fruits and vegetables, Supplies and consumables, Label printing.

Packaging ServicesWholesale
Private EquityFeb 27, 2018
Amount Raised: $5,501,794
Groupe Decharenton

Flers, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France

Groupe Decharenton is distributes spare parts for machines, automobile parts, and related products.

AutomotiveWholesale
SeedJan 1, 2018
Groupe Lecaux

Cherbourg, Basse-Normandie, France

Groupe Lecaux is offers commercial printing services, web-to-print, and digital signage services.

CommercialPrinting
SeedJun 20, 2017
Amount Raised: $779,553
Robocath

Rouen, Haute-Normandie, France

Robocath is a medical robotics startup that partners with healthcare professionals to develop robotic solutions for vascular disease.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalRobotics
Series UnknownMay 18, 2017
Amount Raised: $5,221,816
QuiToque

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

QuiToque offers a French meal kit delivery service.

DeliveryE-CommerceRetail
Series AMay 3, 2017
Amount Raised: $4,355,349
TargEDys

Saulx-les-chartreux, Ile-de-France, France

TargEDys develops functional food, medical food and medical products to harness the microbiota’s ability to regulate appetite.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical Device
Series AApr 12, 2017
Amount Raised: $3,734,560