Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Other • IT (& TMT) • Media • Energy • Food & Beverage • Logistics (& Distribution) • Material Science • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Aerospace (& Defense) |
Stages | Expansion, Turnaround, Recapitalization, Restructuring, Special Situations |
Investing | United Kingdom • Europe |
Carlson Private Equity is a London-based private equity firm with a focus on investing in medium-sized businesses located in Central and Eastern Europe. The firm targets a broad range of sectors such as airlines, building materials, chemicals, contemporary art, distribution, energy, financial services, food & drink, machinery, media, metal, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, rail transport, steel production, telecom, travel and entertainment, and wood processing. Established in 2003, Carlson Private Equity boasts expertise in equity and mezzanine investments. They specialize in expansion, turnaround, recapitalization, restructuring, and special situations. Acting as a private equity fund, they have crafted a niche in providing custom-tailored investment solutions for companies within the aforementioned industries. They are known for their strategic considerations, including market position, growth potential, and the capability of management teams to execute business plans effectively. Their investment philosophy is anchored in developing strong partnerships with portfolio companies, aiming to create value through active and collaborative engagements. The fund operates out of Suite 1 3rd Floor, 11-12 St. James Street, London, SW1Y 4LB, United Kingdom, from where it oversees its investment strategy and maintains oversight of its investment portfolio. On the other hand, Carlson Investments SE, a related entity, invests in technology and innovation-driven enterprises within the financial, medical, and deep technology industries in Europe, North America, and Asia. They take equity positions in private companies and offer liquid access to venture capital investments through direct investments or subsidiary AIF Carlson Investments, regulated by the Polish Financial Supervision Authority and/or German BaFin.