
OIC
Description
Orion Energy Partners (OIC), based in New York City, is a specialized investment firm dedicated to providing flexible capital solutions to middle-market energy infrastructure businesses. The firm's mandate extends across North America and select international markets, focusing on critical sectors such as midstream, power generation, and renewable energy. OIC distinguishes itself by offering a comprehensive suite of capital solutions, including senior and junior debt, preferred equity, and common equity, designed to support a diverse range of corporate objectives from growth initiatives to strategic acquisitions and recapitalizations.
The firm's investment strategy is deeply rooted in identifying and partnering with established businesses that possess strong management teams and robust asset bases within the evolving energy landscape. They are particularly adept at structuring bespoke financing solutions that address the unique capital needs of complex energy projects and companies. This tailored approach allows OIC to be a value-added partner, providing not just capital but also strategic insights and operational support to its portfolio companies, thereby fostering long-term value creation.
Orion Energy Partners has demonstrated significant fundraising success, underscoring investor confidence in its specialized strategy. A notable achievement includes the final close of Orion Energy Partners Fund III in 2023, which secured an impressive $2.7 billion in commitments. This follows the successful close of Orion Energy Partners Fund II in 2020, which raised $1.86 billion. The firm's substantial capital base enables it to execute its investment mandate effectively, deploying significant resources into the energy transition and infrastructure sectors while also emphasizing strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across its investment portfolio.
Investor Profile
OIC has backed more than 41 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 34 rounds, about 83% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Debt Financing, Series Unknown, Post Ipo Equity rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Australia, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Energy, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy.
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $25M – $250M.
Stage Focus
- Debt Financing (41%)
- Series Unknown (34%)
- Post Ipo Equity (10%)
- Post Ipo Debt (7%)
- Private Equity (5%)
- Series C (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (80%)
- Australia (7%)
- Canada (5%)
- Mexico (2%)
- United Kingdom (2%)
- Germany (2%)
Industry Focus
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Renewable Energy
- Oil And Gas
- Automotive
- Energy Efficiency
- Information Technology
- Consumer Electronics
- Biofuel
- Industrial
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