3i Group plc

What is 3i Group plc?

3i Group plc is an investment company with a focus on Private Equity and Infrastructure, aiming to generate attractive returns for shareholders and co-investors by investing in assets within these sectors.

They engage in creating value through strategic and operational improvement. Their investment thesis revolves around taking a long-term, responsible approach to foster sustainable growth in their investee companies. With a minimum investment size of one million and the capability to invest up to 250 million, 3i Group has considerable flexibility in the scale of their investments.

The firm specializes in Expansion, Management Buyouts/Management Buy-ins (MBO/MBI), Public to Private transactions (PIPE), and Going Private transactions.

3i invests in a variety of industries such as Software, including Web Marketplaces and SaaS, BioTech, Business Solutions, Hardware, Energy, Food & Beverage, and Logistics, reflecting their diverse expertise and broad market interest. The firm manages assets totaling approximately 6 billion. Their value-driven approach is implemented by a skilled team that seeks out businesses where 3i can influence strategic direction and support international growth.

Their strategic objectives include developing a portfolio of international investments and helping companies to grow by connecting them with relevant networks.

Headquartered in London, UK, 3i Group emphasizes sustainability governance and responsible investment as integral components of their investment process, aiming to engage portfolio companies in sustainability initiatives. They maintain a dedicated team and follow a structured investment process attentive to the ethical and social impact of their investments.

The fund is characterized by its solid track record of building great businesses and is committed to investing responsibly in infrastructure to champion infrastructural development with a lasting positive impact on communities.