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Kartesia

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Kartesia is a prominent European specialist provider of capital solutions, primarily focusing on private debt for small and mid-sized companies. Established in 2007, the firm has built a strong reputation for offering flexible, long-term financing solutions tailored to the specific needs of businesses across various sectors. With offices strategically located in major European financial hubs including London, Brussels, Paris, and Frankfurt, Kartesia demonstrates a deep commitment to the European lower and mid-market.

The firm's investment strategy targets companies with robust business models and experienced management teams, typically those generating an EBITDA between €5 million and €50 million. Kartesia provides a comprehensive suite of debt solutions, encompassing senior debt, unitranche facilities, junior debt, and preferred equity. This diversified approach allows them to support a wide array of corporate transactions, including growth capital, buyouts, acquisitions, and refinancings, ensuring companies have access to the capital structures best suited for their strategic objectives.

Kartesia's significant scale and experience are evident in its track record. Since its inception, the firm has invested over €5.5 billion across more than 190 companies, showcasing its extensive reach and impact within the private debt landscape. As of recent reports, Kartesia manages over €6.5 billion in assets, underscoring its position as a leading player in providing alternative financing solutions. Their consistent focus on partnership and long-term value creation makes them a key capital provider for European SMEs seeking growth and stability.

Investor Profile

Kartesia has backed more than 31 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 26 rounds, about 84% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Debt Financing, Private Equity, Secondary Market rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, Spain, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Software, Information Technology.
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $10.8M – $108M.

Stage Focus

  • Debt Financing (55%)
  • Private Equity (29%)
  • Secondary Market (6%)
  • Series B (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Seed (3%)

Country Focus

  • France (23%)
  • Spain (23%)
  • United Kingdom (16%)
  • The Netherlands (13%)
  • United States (10%)
  • Germany (6%)
  • Italy (6%)
  • Latvia (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Security
  • Product Design
  • Marketing
  • Web Hosting
  • Consulting
  • Hotel
  • Energy
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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 Kartesia frequently co-invest with?

H.I.G. Capital
North America, Florida, United States, Miami
Co-Investments: 1
GENEO Capital Entrepreneur
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
CVI Dom Maklerski Sp. Z O.O.
Europe, Mazowieckie, Poland, Warsaw
Co-Investments: 1
Florac
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
FC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
WP
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Caisse d'Epargne Ile-de-France
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Fiera Comox Partners
North America, Quebec, Canada, Montreal
Co-Investments: 1
Next Wave Partners
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
AC
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Kartesia?

Kelso Pharma

Scotland, Georgia, United States

Kelso Pharma is an innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing firm that specializes in medications healthcare market to benefit patients

Health CareManufacturingMedicalPharmaceutical
Debt FinancingMar 27, 2025
DANOSA

Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain

DANOSA is a bituminous waterproofing membranes manufacturing company.

ManufacturingMarketing
Private EquityFeb 24, 2025
Xcalibur

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Xcalibur is a natural resource mapping services company for the airborne and geophysics industries.

GeospatialInformation ServicesMapping ServicesNatural Resources
SeedJan 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $41,174,630
Lumiforte

Baarle-nassau, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

Lumiforte manufactures coatings for greenhouse horticulture and line marking materials for sports fields.

ChemicalHorticultureManufacturing
Private EquitySep 25, 2024
Uniquex

Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom

Uniquex Expert of Cinema Advertising Sales Management and Scheduling Software.

AdvertisingSoftware
Secondary MarketApr 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $80,000,000
Omnetic

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Omnetic is a pioneer in the design and delivery of innovative, web-based services.

DeliverySoftwareWeb DesignWeb DevelopmentWeb Hosting
Private EquityFeb 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $107,320,895
Scutum Group

London, England, United Kingdom

Scutum Group provides tailor-made safety and security services and solutions for governments and organizations of all sizes.

Environmental EngineeringPublic SafetySecurity
Private EquityFeb 24, 2023
Amount Raised: $58,215,905
Darwin Group

Shrewsbury, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Darwin Group specializes in off-site construction projects for the health, education and wider public sector.

ConstructionEducationHealth Care
Private EquityFeb 28, 2022
Clearway Group

Dartford, Kent, United Kingdom

Clearway Services is the UK’s premier vacant property specialist, providing security, temporary CCTV and NSI Gold monitoring solutions.

ConsultingHomeland SecurityInformation TechnologyReal EstateSecurity
Secondary MarketSep 3, 2021
HeadFirst Group

Hoofddorp, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

HeadFirst Group is an ambitious broker, providing external staff, primarily IT-professionals.

ConsultingRecruitingStaffing Agency
Private EquityOct 29, 2020
Amount Raised: $87,589,093