Zouk Capital
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Description
Zouk Capital, established in 1999 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, operates as an independent private equity fund manager with a distinct focus on companies advancing resource efficiency and digital infrastructure. The firm positions itself at the intersection of economic transformation and environmental sustainability, targeting investments that contribute to a more sustainable and digitally connected future. Their expertise spans both growth equity and infrastructure investments, reflecting a comprehensive approach to funding critical sectors.
The firm's investment strategy is primarily divided into two key pillars: digital infrastructure and environmental infrastructure. In digital infrastructure, Zouk targets essential assets such as fibre networks, mobile towers, and data centres, recognizing their foundational role in the modern economy. Concurrently, their environmental infrastructure investments span areas like waste management, water treatment, energy efficiency solutions, and renewable energy projects. Zouk Capital typically acts as a lead investor, committing significant capital to support the growth and development of its portfolio companies. They generally seek to invest between £10 million and £75 million per company, providing substantial backing for their strategic partners.
Zouk Capital manages several distinct funds, underscoring its diverse investment capabilities. Notably, the firm manages the £400 million Green Infrastructure Fund on behalf of the UK government, a significant initiative aimed at accelerating the deployment of green infrastructure projects across the United Kingdom. This fund plays a crucial role in supporting the UK's net-zero ambitions. Additionally, Zouk manages growth equity funds such as Zouk IV, which has a fund size of €250 million, and Zouk III, with €200 million, both dedicated to resource efficiency and environmental technology. These funds collectively demonstrate Zouk's commitment to fostering innovation and scaling businesses that address pressing environmental and technological challenges.
Investor Profile
Zouk Capital has backed more than 49 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 31 rounds, about 63% of its total and boasts 17 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, United States, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Renewable Energy, Software, Energy.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $12.7M – $95.3M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (24%)
- Private Equity (22%)
- Series B (16%)
- Series C (12%)
- Series D (8%)
- Series A (6%)
- Post Ipo Equity (4%)
- Seed (2%)
- Series E (2%)
- Debt Financing (2%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (37%)
- United States (20%)
- Germany (16%)
- Sweden (12%)
- France (2%)
- Austria (2%)
- The Netherlands (2%)
- Canada (2%)
- Finland (2%)
- United Arab Emirates (2%)
Industry Focus
- Renewable Energy
- Software
- Energy
- Electric Vehicle
- Manufacturing
- Information Technology
- Financial Services
- Fintech
- Hardware
- Wireless
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