Industri Udvikling

What is Industri Udvikling?

Industri Udvikling, also known as Dansk Ejerkapital, is an established investment firm based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in 1994. They focus on investing in small and medium-sized Danish manufacturing companies, aiming to support and develop these businesses.

With the tagline 'Dansk Ejerkapital | Investering i ejerledere siden 1994' (Danish Owner's Capital | Investment in owner-managers since 1994), they have been dedicated to investing in Danish owner-managed businesses, helping them to realize their ambitions for the benefit and growth of the Danish industry.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, operating not as a conventional capital fund but as a respectful minority shareholder, valuing the company's existing values and DNA. Industri Udvikling involves themselves in various stages of a company’s development, including growth capital, management buyouts (MBOs), management buy-ins (MBIs), generational succession, and part-capitalization. Their investment strategy is to facilitate greater ownership for entrepreneur-led businesses, providing financial support and advising through various transitions and growth stages.

They have, since their inception, invested in over 140 companies, boasting a portfolio that includes sectors such as textiles and fashion, electronics, visual communication and production, and rubber and plastic industries. Additionally, their portfolio collectively has a turnover of over 6 billion DKK and encompasses over 7,700 employees, demonstrating their significant impact on the Danish business landscape.

Industri Udvikling is proud of creating a strong network and acting as an equal partner in realizing growth strategies, evidenced by case studies of successful investments and collaborations.