Hivest Capital Partners

What is Hivest Capital Partners?

Hivest Capital Partners is an independent French private equity firm based in Paris, France, focused on investing in mid-sized companies (PME and ETI).

They specialize in taking positions in companies that, while benefitting from solid market fundamentals and recognized expertise, may not have achieved their full potential due to complex situations or challenging environments. Managing funds of over €900 million, Hivest Capital supports businesses operating in various sectors, including IT & TMT, Education, AgroTech, FinTech & Financial services, Energy, CleanTech, A.I. & Big Data, HealthTech & Fitness, Autonomous vehicles & Cars. These companies they invest in collectively boast over €2 billion in turnover and employ more than 10,000 people.

Hivest Capital invests in companies with revenues ranging from €50 to €500 million, aiming to unlock their potential by implementing innovative growth strategies and operational performance improvements with the goal of building French and international market leaders.

Their entrepreneurial approach reflects values such as independence, reactivity, agility, ambition, team spirit, and simplicity. Hivest Capital's portfolio includes significant investments, such as leaders in sustainable household packaging, high-value seafood, in-store advertising, aerospace platforms, public lighting equipment manufacturing, and logistics solutions for the agri-food industry. They have successfully conducted acquisitions and continued development at the international level, reinforcing their portfolio companies' market positions.

Hivest Capital is also committed to issues of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG), adhering to responsible investment practices. Their website showcases various portfolio companies, detailing their industry positions, acquisition dates, and contributions to their respective markets. As a forward-looking investor, Hivest Capital leverages its industry expertise and network to drive growth and innovation in its investments.