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IDIA Capital Investissement

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

IDIA Capital Investissement is a prominent private equity firm operating as a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole S.A., one of France's largest banking groups. Based in Paris, France, IDIA Capital Investissement serves as the dedicated investment arm for Crédit Agricole's equity investments, primarily focusing on supporting the growth and transmission of French and European companies. Leveraging the extensive network and financial strength of its parent company, IDIA aims to provide long-term capital and strategic support to businesses across various sectors.

The firm's investment strategy is diversified, encompassing growth capital, management buyouts (MBOs), and management buy-ins (MBIs, often taking minority or majority stakes depending on the specific transaction and company needs. IDIA Capital Investissement targets a broad range of industries, including but not limited to agri-food, energy transition, healthcare, industrial services, and digital technologies. They are particularly active in sectors vital to the French and European economies, demonstrating a commitment to supporting innovation and sustainability within these areas.

IDIA Capital Investissement typically deploys significant capital, with initial investment tickets ranging from €1 million up to €50 million for growth capital and transmission operations. This flexibility allows them to engage with companies at various stages of their development, from established SMEs seeking expansion capital to larger enterprises undergoing ownership transitions. Since its inception, IDIA Capital Investissement has demonstrated a substantial impact on the French economy, having supported over 1,000 companies, showcasing their long-standing commitment to fostering business growth and job creation. The firm currently manages over €2.5 billion in assets, solidifying its position as a key player in the European private equity landscape.

Investor Profile

IDIA Capital Investissement has backed more than 50 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 32% of its total and boasts 7 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, Italy, Ireland.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, Agriculture, Manufacturing.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $50M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (64%)
  • Series Unknown (22%)
  • Series A (4%)
  • Series D (2%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Series B (2%)
  • Seed (2%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (2%)

Country Focus

  • France (86%)
  • Italy (4%)
  • Ireland (4%)
  • Austria (2%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)
  • United States (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • Agriculture
  • Manufacturing
  • Farming
  • Agtech
  • Renewable Energy
  • Solar
  • Food Processing
  • Biotechnology
  • E-commerce
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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 IDIA Capital Investissement frequently co-invest with?

Unigrains
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 12
Sofilaro
Europe, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, Montpellier
Co-Investments: 3
S
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Temasek Holdings
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 3
Carvest Crédit Agricole Régions Investissement
Europe, Rhone-Alpes, France, Lyon
Co-Investments: 7
Sofiproteol
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 4
Unexo
Europe, Bretagne, France, Rennes
Co-Investments: 4
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 6
Crédit Agricole
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Montrouge
Co-Investments: 7
S
Europe, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France, Aix-en-provence
Co-Investments: 4

What are some of recent deals done by IDIA Capital Investissement?

Melvan

Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Melvan develops, finances, builds and operates solar and wind installations, combined, where relevant, with storage facilities.

FinanceRenewable EnergySolar
Series UnknownJun 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $29,061,623
Eduservices

Levallois-perret, Ile-de-France, France

Eduservices network and pool a set of skills and resources for schools.

Charter Schools
Private EquityMay 7, 2025
Weenat

Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France

Weenat developer of agriculture platform that provides farmers with mobile and connected solutions.

AgTech
Series CApr 8, 2024
Amount Raised: $9,232,828
Dammann Frères

Dreux, Centre, France

Dammann Frères is an e-commerce platform for gift sets, teabags, and accessories.

E-CommerceEmailFood and BeverageTea
Series UnknownJun 19, 2023
Dev'EnR

Béziers, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Dev'EnR is an independent producer of semiconductors for renewable energies.

ManufacturingRenewable EnergySemiconductor
Series UnknownApr 18, 2023
Amount Raised: $13,718,746
Poiscaille

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Poiscaille produces seafood, fruit, and vegetable baskets.

E-CommerceFood and BeverageSeafood
Series UnknownOct 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,813,904
Invers

Les Auvergnes, Rhone-Alpes, France

Invers establishes a comprehensive and cutting-edge sector For the production of insect proteins for animal feed.

Alternative ProteinAnimal FeedFarmingFood and BeverageFood Processing
Series ASep 29, 2022
Amount Raised: $14,743,985
Javelot

Wasquehal, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France

Javelot provides the storage of agricultural raw materials.

AgricultureFarmingSelf-Storage
Series BSep 26, 2022
Amount Raised: $9,620,056
InnovaFeed

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

InnovaFeed is a biotech company that produces insect-based protein for the feed industry.

AgricultureAlternative ProteinAnimal FeedBiotechnologyFarming
Series DSep 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $249,281,322
Cosmobilis

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Cosmobilis is the holding company of ByMyCAR car distribution group in Europe.

AutomotiveRetailSales
Series UnknownDec 22, 2021
Amount Raised: $113,275,042