Rugosa Partners

About The Fund

Rugosa Partners is a private equity fund operating under the name Argos Wityu, an independent European investment platform with a focus on mid-sized companies. They have a people-oriented and active-ownership approach to investments, aiming to unlock the full potential of the companies they invest in by bringing more than just capital; they also provide support for growth and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) improvements. Argos Wityu has over 35 years of experience and manages 2 billion euros in assets under management, through two distinct investment strategies: Argos Mid-Market and Argos Climate Action. They have a strong pan-European presence with seven offices in Paris, Luxembourg, Brussels, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Milan, and Geneva, reflecting their commitment to building local networks and their deep roots as a European player since 1989. Argos Wityu focuses on majority buyouts, often engaging in MBO/LBOs and spinouts. Their investment portfolio spans various industries, including IT and TMT, Education, Business Solutions, FinTech, Financial Services, Hardware Manufacturing, Logistics, Distribution, Material Science, and Investment Management. They are committed to sustainability and were one of the first 15 asset managers to commit to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As signatories of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), they incorporate ESG considerations into their investment methodology. They believe in the importance of trust and transparency in their work with CEOs of family businesses or SMEs, underlining their human-centric approach. With expertise in equity investments, Argos Wityu supports the growth and strategic evolution of its portfolio companies through rigorous ESG methods and hands-on involvement.