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Green Arrow Capital

Europe, Lazio, Italy, Rome

Description

Green Arrow Capital is a prominent independent financial group based in Rome, Italy, operating as a diversified asset manager with a strong focus on the Italian and broader European markets. The firm manages a substantial portfolio across various asset classes, including Private Equity, Private Debt, Infrastructure, and Real Estate. With over €3 billion in assets under management, Green Arrow Capital positions itself as a key player in supporting the growth and development of mid-market companies.

The firm's investment philosophy is centered on value creation through active management and strategic partnerships. Within its Private Equity division, Green Arrow Capital primarily targets Italian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), typically seeking to acquire majority or significant minority stakes. This approach allows them to actively participate in the strategic direction and operational improvement of their portfolio companies, fostering long-term growth and enhancing enterprise value. Their Private Debt and Infrastructure funds further diversify their impact, supporting renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and direct lending to businesses.

Green Arrow Capital's Private Equity strategy is exemplified by funds like Green Arrow Private Equity Fund III, which closed at €200 million, and the more recent Green Arrow Private Equity Fund IV, targeting €300 million. These funds are designed to deploy capital into companies with strong growth potential, often with revenues ranging from €30 million to €200 million. Typical equity investments from their private equity funds range from approximately €10 million to €40 million, reflecting their commitment to substantial, impactful investments in established businesses. This strategic focus underscores their role in providing significant capital to drive the expansion and consolidation of mid-market leaders across Italy and Europe.

Investor Profile

Green Arrow Capital has backed more than 21 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Italy, United States, Sweden.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Manufacturing, Information Technology.
  • Typical check size: $10M – $45M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (38%)
  • Seed (24%)
  • Series A (19%)
  • Private Equity (10%)
  • Convertible Note (5%)
  • Series B (5%)

Country Focus

  • Italy (76%)
  • United States (14%)
  • Sweden (5%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Information Technology
  • Health Care
  • Search Engine
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Fleet Management
  • Transportation
  • Biotechnology
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Who does Green Arrow Capital frequently co-invest with?

Co-Investments: 1
TC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
GE
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 1
SG
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Co-Investments: 1
Atlante Ventures
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milano
Co-Investments: 2
Atlante Seeds
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milano
Co-Investments: 2
Fondo Italiano d'Investimento
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 1
CV
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Como
Co-Investments: 6
Vertis
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 6
RedFish LongTerm Capital
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milan
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Green Arrow Capital?

Green Future Project

Roma, Lazio, Italy

Green Future Project is an innovative platform for tracking, tracing, and visualizing their impact in real-time.

Project ManagementRenewable Energy
Convertible NoteJul 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $535,086
Maticmind S.p.A

Vimodrone, Lombardia, Italy

Maticmind S.p.A is a company that provides ICT and system integration solutions to telecommunications operators.

Information Technology
Private EquityAug 3, 2020
Cryptolab Inc.

Santa Clara, California, United States

Cryptolab is a Cryptography and Cyber Security company that implemented the First Search Engine working for Encrypted data

Cloud ComputingCyber SecurityInformation and Communications Technology (ICT)Search EngineSoftware
SeedAug 29, 2017
Amount Raised: $300,000
Ascatron

Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, Sweden

Ascatron provide next generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) power semiconductors.

ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Series ASep 30, 2015
Glomeria Therapeutics

Chieti, Abruzzi, Italy

Glomeria Therapeutics researches, develops, and markets new medical devices for the treatment of serious diseases in the nephrological area.

BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineHealth CareMedicalMedical DeviceSearch EngineWeb Development
Series UnknownSep 19, 2015
Amount Raised: $1,130,589
D-Orbit

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

D-Orbit is the first in-space transportation company, providing solutions for moving, precise deployment and removing satellites.

AerospaceAutomotiveFleet ManagementInformation TechnologySoftwareTransportation
Series UnknownJul 1, 2015
Amount Raised: $2,021,990
Directa Plus

London, England, United Kingdom

Directa Plus is a nanotechnology company developing innovative manufacturing processes for the production of nanostructures.

Health CareManufacturingNanotechnology
Series UnknownApr 27, 2015
Amount Raised: $5,981,824
D-Orbit

Milan, Lombardia, Italy

D-Orbit is the first in-space transportation company, providing solutions for moving, precise deployment and removing satellites.

AerospaceAutomotiveFleet ManagementInformation TechnologySoftwareTransportation
Series ADec 11, 2014
Amount Raised: $2,729,346
SEMPLUS

Sunnyvale, California, United States

SEMPLUS develops a multi-touch pressure sensor, designed to address and solve the needs of a 3D enhanced user experience.

ElectronicsManufacturingSensor
Series UnknownNov 20, 2014
PileGrowth Tech

Como, Lombardia, Italy

PileGrowth Tech is a VC funded startup company developing integration techniques of various semiconductors on standard Silicon wafers.

IndustrialInnovation Management
Series BNov 5, 2014
Amount Raised: $624,058