CapMan Real Estate invests in logistics development project in Greater Jönköping, Sweden
CapMan Real Estate acquires a logistics development project situated in LogPoint South, a prime logistics hub ca 20 km south of Jönköping city centre in Sweden. The investment is the first greenfield logistics development project for CapMan Real Estate. The investment is made in a joint venture together with logistics development operating partner Nordsten Development. The seller is Venturi Fastigheter, a Swedish property development company.
The property comprises of approx. 340,000 square meters of land, which can be developed into 200,000 square meters of prime logistic space. The property is located with strong visibility and access to highway E4, one of Sweden’s main highways. The transaction is conditional upon the zoning plan for the property gaining legal force.
The Jönköping area is ranked as the third best logistic hub in Sweden by the industry business paper Intelligent Logistik. Jönköping is located in the centre of the “Logistic Triangle”, which connects the capital cities of Scandinavia, providing access to 80% of the Swedish population within a radius of 400 kilometres. The area holds several modern logistic properties and is favoured by many companies due to its proximity to major highways.
”We are excited to acquire this property for development of prime logistic premises. This marks CapMan Real Estates entry into the logistic development market, and it complements our existing fund portfolio very well. We have set the bar high with our ESG targets in this project, aiming for EU Taxonomy alignment and to certify the buildings with a minimum of BREEAM-SE New Construction Excellent. We look forward to developing the property into modern logistic premises attracting a diverse range of tenants, together with our partner Nordsten Development”, says Marcus Lotzman, Investment Director, CapMan Real Estate Sweden.
This is the 14th investment of the CapMan Nordic Real Estate Fund III.
CapMan Real Estate manages approximately €4.2 billion in real estate assets and the Real Estate Team comprises over 70 real estate professionals located in Helsinki, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo and London.
For more information, please contact:
Magnus Berglund, Partner, Head of CapMan Real Estate Norway and Sweden, +46 (0) 707 86 68 08
Marcus Lotzman, Investment Director, CapMan Real Estate Sweden, +46 (0) 706 80 60 81
About CapMan
CapMan is a leading Nordic private asset expert with an active approach to value creation. As one of the private equity pioneers in the Nordics we have built value in unlisted businesses, real estate, and infrastructure for over three decades. With €5.1 billion in assets under management, our objective is to provide attractive returns and innovative solutions to investors. We have set greenhouse gas reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative in line with the 1.5°C scenario. We have a broad presence in the unlisted market through our local and specialised teams. Our investment strategies cover minority and majority investments in portfolio companies and real estate, and infrastructure assets. We also provide wealth management solutions. Our service business consists of procurement services. Altogether, CapMan employs approximately 180 professionals in Helsinki, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, London and Luxembourg. We are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki since 2001. Learn more at www.capman.com.
SUPERP has brought investor Egeria on board to collaborate with the existing management and current shareholders in advancing the company’s further development.
SUPERP has been operating as a high-quality SAP consultancy service provider in the Dutch market since 1999. The company has experienced significant growth in recent years and offers a wide range of SAP-related services. It has also established leading market positions in knowledge domains such as security, testing, and development. Additionally, the service offering for SAP-using organizations has expanded further through subsidiaries MxBlue (Mendix) and SxBlue (SalesForce). As of 2023, over 300 consultants work under the SUPERP banner to assist leading companies in achieving their digital and SAP-related challenges.
EGERIA provides SUPERP with the necessary additional financial resources, operational capabilities and knowhow to further realize its growth ambitions. In the coming years, SUPERP will place extra focus on expanding its service offerings to continue meeting the growing needs of its clients. Sander van Alphen, partner at Egeria, stated: “We are impressed by the growth that the SUPERP team has achieved in recent years. Through a combination of entrepreneurship, deep technical knowledge, long-term client relationships, and an appealing company culture, SUPERP has secured a strong position in the market for SAP (related) services. We look forward to supporting the SUPERP team in realizing their ambition to grow further and become even more relevant to their esteemed clients.”
Ruud Hoogendorp, Managing Director at SUPERP, expressed, “We are extremely proud of our company and what we have accomplished with our people over the past 24 years. We have created an environment where both our consultants and our clients feel at home and valued. To continue fulfilling the ambitions of our clients and our organization, we are very pleased with the additional capabilities we gain through our collaboration with Egeria.”
Gurugram-based team to support KKR’s growth and business operations Appoints Nisha Awasthi as Head of Office New office bolsters Firm’s presence in India and Asia Pacific
GURUGRAM, India–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Leading global investment firm KKR today announced it is expanding its operations in India with the opening of a new office in Gurugram.
Ryan Stork, Chief Operating Officer of KKR, said, “Having a team in Gurugram will strengthen our operating model across the globe by expanding our reach and enabling us to tap into a fantastic talent pool. Today’s milestone marks the beginning of a sizable investment in talent in India, as the new location is an important part of how we scale our global operations and service our clients. We are delighted to be part of the Gurugram business community.”
KKR expects to welcome approximately150 new employees in Gurugram by early 2024, initially including finance, operations, human capital and technology talent by the end of the year. The Gurugram-based team will support KKR’s growth and enhance the Firm’s business operations, as well as allow for a global operating model that aims to deliver consistent service and coverage to internal and external clients across the world.
KKR’s current office is located in Gurugram’s newly developed DLF Downtown neighborhood, which is recognized for being a new prime location in the city spanning both commercial offices and retail due to its convenience and accessibility. Furthermore, Gurugram has established itself as a hub for international corporations because of its proximity to New Delhi, India’s capital, as well as a major business and economic center, in addition to Gurugram’s modernized infrastructure, and the number of nearby universities and institutions which provide Gurugram with access to a large, talented workforce.
As part of the expansion, the Firm also announced the appointment of Nisha Awasthi who joined KKR as a Managing Director to manage the new office. Ms. Awasthi joins KKR after spending nearly two decades at BlackRock, where she was most recently Head of Financial Markets Advisory at BlackRock India, also based in Gurugram.
“We are thrilled to deepen our presence in and commitment to India and build a team of collaborative professionals who will be committed to KKR’s culture of excellence,” added Gaurav Trehan, KKR’s Head of Asia Pacific Private Equity and Head of India. “We are also pleased to welcome Nisha to the team. She brings to KKR her extensive experience building and managing teams in Gurugram, and her perspectives and leadership will be invaluable as we look to deliver on our strategic priorities and develop talent through our new office.”
The new location, the Firm’s second in India, is a testament to the important role that Asia Pacific plays in KKR’s global strategy. KKR has long had a presence in India, having opened its first location in Mumbai in 2009. KKR is today one of the largest and most active investors in the market.
With the new addition, KKR has offices in 24 cities across four continents, including nine in Asia Pacific: Beijing, Gurugram, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney, and Tokyo.
About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.
Exus manages over 11 GW of renewable energy assets across Europe and North America
Partners Group plans to transform Exus into a next-generation platform that builds, owns, and operates renewables assets, whilst still providing asset management services
Exus is set to benefit from thematic trends including rising demand for decarbonization from corporates and strong regulatory support for renewables
Partners Group, a leading global private markets firm, acting on behalf of its clients, has agreed to invest in Exus (“the Company”), an international infrastructure asset management and development firm focused on the renewable energy sector, alongside the Company’s founders and management. Partners Group plans to commit up to EUR 1 billion in growth capital.
Exus is a provider of third-party asset management and project development services for owners of utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects in Europe and North America. The Company currently manages over 11 GW of renewable energy assets and has developed 2.4 GW of assets in both geographies to-date. Exus helps investors source acquisition opportunities, manage construction of new projects, optimize technical performance, and reduce risks across renewable energy portfolios.
Following the investment, Partners Group will focus on transforming Exus into a next-generation platform that builds, owns, and operates renewable energy assets across both Europe and North America, while continuing to provide world-class asset management services to third parties. Partners Group will work with management on a value creation plan that will include executing on seed portfolio investment opportunities, growing the Company’s expertise through targeted hires, and expanding its project pipeline through accretive acquisitions and partnerships.
To execute on this vision, Exus will leverage both its proven track record of constructing and commercializing renewable energy assets and existing network to acquire and build utility-scale renewables projects and guide them through to full operational status. Exus is set to benefit from multiple thematic trends including growing regulatory support for renewables, geopolitical uncertainty driving wind and solar deployment, and rising demand from corporates to offset carbon footprints as part of decarbonization goals.
Diogo Reis, Partner, Chief Executive Officer Europe, Exus, comments: “We manage an international renewables portfolio that spans multiple technologies. Our team has the deep commercial and technical capabilities needed to scale a high-quality asset development business, and Partners Group can provide the long-term capital to realize this vision.”
Jim Spencer, Partner, Chief Executive Officer North America, Exus, adds: “With decarbonization a top priority for governments and businesses, we see an opportunity to expand as a builder, owner, and operator of renewables assets. As a global investor with extensive experience in the sector, we believe Partners Group is the right growth partner for us.”
Todd Bright, Partner, Co-Head Private Infrastructure Americas, Partners Group, says: “Exus fits with our next-generation thematic approach to investing in the clean power sector. Through its third-party asset management business, Exus has a strong platform from which to expand. Exus is also uniquely positioned to pursue a capital-efficient model for building assets using its existing business and network. We aim to scale the Company’s origination capacity for new projects to over 1 GW per annum and look forward to working with the management team.”
Partners Group’s Private Infrastructure business has USD 22 billion in assets under management.
Daash Intelligence™, the predictive intelligence platform for retail markets, has closed its $2.75M seed investment round. Silicon Road Ventures led the round with New Stack Ventures, with participation from Red Bike Capital, Willow Growth Partners and OpenSky Ventures. First developed within technology and brand incubator 100.co, Daash notches a significant milestone with this funding as it aims to transform the commerce intelligence industry through targeting eCommerce, brick & mortar, and direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels.
Daash addresses the fundamental challenge of transparency across the retail landscape. Brands often struggle to obtain actionable insights into competitive products, sales performance, and market share information. This lack of visibility is a critical issue that affects brands across the board.
To tackle this problem, Daash Intelligence has developed proprietary technology that empowers brands with insights around their market dynamics. Brands using Daash can now identify which competitors are gaining or losing market share and understand the underlying factors driving these trends. Brands are using Daash to inform their new product development, fine-tune marketing strategies, and optimize their channel sales efforts.
What differentiates Daash is its proprietary technology, which combines multiple data sources to produce insights in real time. “Harnessing this technology was a game changer for our brands like Cay Skin and Juni Sparkling Tea,” said Kim Perell, CEO of 100.co. “Daash can predict historical sales across competitors and spot emerging market trends with precision.”
With this funding, the company will continue to improve the accuracy of its predictive intelligence platform and scale their go-to-market efforts across multiple CPG categories.
Daash firmly believes that commerce intelligence is no longer a luxury, but a mission-critical asset for consumer brand operators. The largest brand conglomerates already rely on commerce insights to guide their product positioning, pricing strategies, market sizing, and inventory management. Daash enables the harnessing of new data sources to make real-time insights possible for every CPG brand.
“The response has been amazing with over 20 leading brands already licensing the platform, including Sacheu and Summer Fridays.” said Philip Smolin, CEO and co-founder of Daash. “By identifying emerging market trends and product performance earlier than other brands, they are creating a clear competitive advantage.”
Ross Kimbel, Managing Director & Partner at Silicon Road Ventures (SRV) added, “At SRV we invest in commerce-enabling technologies which are transforming and accelerating the commerce landscape. Daash is revolutionizing the intelligence which powers this industry, and we’re thrilled to be a partner with them on the journey.”
For more information about Daash, please visit www.daash.co.
ABN AMRO Bank NV today announced its strategic partnership with Motive Partners, a leading international specialist private equity firm focusing on venture, growth equity and buyout investments in technology-enabled financial and business services.
AMSTERDAM–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The move demonstrates a joint commitment from two sizable financial technology investors to support continued innovation and growth in the evolving fintech landscape. Motive Ventures, the early-stage venture arm of Motive Partners, will manage the ABN AMRO Ventures Fund (AAV), consisting of 15 early-stage companies. In addition, ABN AMRO will become a significant investor in Motive-managed vehicles.
With funding in the financial services industry declining by 70% between 2021 and 2022, and numerous venture capitalists reducing their investment programmes, Motive Partners and ABN AMRO are charting a new course. Their partnership unites two leading venture platforms, each with decades of fintech expertise and a dedication to innovation in both financial services and venture capital. Their goal is to strengthen the fintech sector and boost innovation by bringing Motive Partners’ ecosystem and experts to the AAV portfolio and ABN AMRO’s broader network. Motive Ventures’ portfolio consists of 21 investments in seed and series A stage companies, spanning the United States and Europe. The combined AAV-Motive Ventures portfolio will thus number 36 companies.
The new partnership has been formed on two pillars. First, Motive Ventures will assume the management of AAV with €150 million in assets under management, leveraging Motive Partners’ breadth and depth of expertise. To ensure seamless continuity of AAV’s operations and to strengthen the capabilities at Motive Ventures, Hugo Bongers, Managing Director and Head of ABN AMRO Ventures, and Tim Wanders, Executive Director at ABN AMRO, are joining Motive Ventures as Partner and Principal, respectively.
Second, ABN AMRO will become a significant investor in Motive-managed vehicles. This investment underscores ABN AMRO’s appetite and continued commitment to exploring new frontiers in fintech innovation in partnership with Motive Partners.
Edwin van Bommel, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at ABN AMRO commented: “Our collaboration with Motive Ventures is a major milestone for ABN AMRO. We believe that joining forces with a definitive leader in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape will not only drive innovation but also enhance our competitive edge. This partnership will strongly support our strategic ambition of being a personal bank in the digital age for our customers.”
Ramin Niroumand, Partner at Motive Partners and Head of Motive Ventures commented: “ABN AMRO has long been a leader among financial institutions in European fintech investing. With portfolio companies like Tink and Penta, they have already demonstrated great investments and exits, and a deep understanding of how to deliver strategic value to the global ecosystem. We have already worked together on several co-investments, which is why we are so happy that Hugo and Tim are joining the Motive Ventures team.”
The strategic partnership is expected to close in Q4 2023, with Hugo Bongers and Tim Wanders joining the Motive team before the end of the year.
About ABN AMRO
ABN AMRO is a Northwest European bank for retail, corporate and private banking clients, headquartered in Amsterdam. For our clients, we aim to be a personal bank in the digital age. A bank that shapes and enables the transition to a sustainable society, together with our clients and partners. Our efforts are based on our purpose: “Banking for better, for generations to come”. Our focus is on Northwest Europe. With more than 20,000 colleagues, of which approximately 5,000 work outside the Netherlands, we serve more than 5 million clients.
About Motive Partners
Motive Partners is a specialist private equity firm with offices in New York City, London and Berlin, focusing on venture, growth equity and buyout investments in technology-enabled financial and business services companies based in North America and Europe, and serving five primary subsectors: Banking & Payments, Capital Markets, Data & Analytics, Investment Management and Insurance. Motive Partners brings differentiated expertise, connectivity and capabilities to create long-term value in financial technology companies. For more information, please visit www.motivepartners.com.
About Motive Ventures
Motive Ventures is the early-stage investment arm of Motive Partners, focused on pre-seed through to Series A financial technology investments in North America and Europe. Motive Ventures is backed by globally recognized tech entrepreneurs, industry veterans as well as leading institutions and venture investors. Today the team consists of 13 employees across Berlin, London and New York.
Burda Principal Investments proudly continues to back Lithuanian unicorn Nord Security on its exceptional growth path
Burda Principal Investments (BPI) continues to support Nord Security: Just over a year after the first financing round, which made Nord Security the second tech unicorn in Lithuania, the provider of internet privacy and security solutions raises another $100M in new funding. Next to BPI, the existing investor Novator also participates in the round led by Warburg Pincus valuing the company at $3bn.
Changes in the cybersecurity landscape drive the need for online security and privacy
Over the past few years, the cybersecurity landscape has changed dramatically due to the emergence of new technologies. These trends have sparked increased awareness of online security and privacy issues across a wider audience of internet users. In this constantly changing digital environment, VPN service providers NordVPN and Surfshark have become mainstream and remain the flagship products of Nord Security. With the new funding, the company plans to continue to drive organic business growth, expand Nord Security’s product offering, and further accelerate growth through acquisitions.
“The outstanding growth of Nord Security’s business within the last years confirms their market-leading position in the consumer cybersecurity space. We are excited to continue to back the exceptional management team on their growth journey.”
“Not a day goes by without news about the next cyber attack succeeding. That is not only because cyber threats are becoming much more frequent, but also due to them consistenlty increasing in sophistication. Nord Security has managed to create a suite of products that fits the ever evolving needs of customers.”
Luisa Frank, Investment Manager at Burda Principal Investments
Cybersecurity tools to create a radically better internet
Nord Security was founded in Vinius, Lithuania in 2012 by co-CEOs Tom Okman and Eimantas Sabaliauskas. Their goal is to develop tools that are easily accessible to everyone and create a radically better internet. In addition to the NordVPN service, the product suite includes password manager NordPass, network access security software NordLayer and encrypted cloud storage NordLocker. In 2022, Nord Security merged with Surfshark, one of the most popular consumer cybersecurity companies globally, adding a series of additional consumer cybersecurity products to Nord Security’s portfolio. Today, Nord Security’s suite of products is trusted by millions of users worldwide – both businesses and individuals.
“We will continue to address the needs of our users by bringing market-leading innovative features, informative marketing, and a holistic approach towards consumer and businesses cybersecurity needs. The new financing round, together with our investors’ experience and know-how, allow us to be in an even stronger position to make the Nord name synonymous with online privacy and security.”
“Modern cybersecurity requires cutting-edge innovations, and that’s where our talented professionals make Nord Security stand out. Over the years we focused on fostering a community where driven experts are welcomed and enabled to make radically better internet. The Nord community, made up of individuals from all corners of the globe, work together to make sure that our users can be safer online, every day. And we believe there are many who share our cause and our mission.”
Qred, Sweden’s fastest growing fintech company, activates its banking license and becomes Europe’s newest bank for small businesses
In addition, Qred re-appoints Mattias Carlsson as the Chair of the Board
Qred, Sweden’s fastest growing fintech company according to the Financial Times, is thrilled to announce that the banking license the company acquired in May is now activated and the company is officially a bank. In addition to this, Qred is re-appointing Mattias Carlsson, former long-standing CEO of TF Bank, as Chair of the Board.
Qred is now able to offer savings accounts to private consumers with competitive rates, which will allow the company to offer even more competitive terms to its customers. The company will also be able to expand its range of services, offering even more comprehensive financial solutions to its customers. This license acknowledges the company’s dedication to providing accessible and tailored financial products to small businesses.
“Becoming Europe’s newest bank for small businesses is a significant achievement for Qred. It demonstrates our commitment to powering our customer segment with the financial tools they need to succeed. This milestone allows us to enhance our product offerings and provide our customers with an even greater level of financial support. I’m looking forward to showing the small businesses of Europe what a bank should be like,” said Emil Sunvisson, CEO of Qred.
In addition to becoming a bank, Qred is proud to announce that Mattias Carlsson has once again been elected as Chair of the Board. Carlsson was the Chair at Qred between 2018 and 2021, and has over fifteen years of experience in the fintech and banking sectors, having been the CEO of TF Bank as well as the Chair at both Hoist Finance and BB Bank ASA.
Sunvisson added: “We’re thrilled to see Mattias Carlsson back on our board. His extensive experience and deep industry knowledge is invaluable in guiding our strategic direction and ensuring we remain at the forefront of innovation in the financial sector. I also want to thank Per Widerström for his hard work and dedication during his time on the board.”
“I am honoured by the trust placed in me through this re-election to Qred’s Board. I’m excited to continue contributing to Qred’s mission of powering businesses with innovative financial solutions. Together, we’ll navigate the path ahead, driving growth and ultimately becoming the leading small business bank in Europe,” said Mattias Carlsson.
Mattias Carlsson’s appointment is effective as of October 2nd, 2023 and he assumes the role after Per Widerström, who resigned due to a new CEO role.
For more information, please contact: Andrea Romander
Head of Brand & Communications, Qred andrea.romander@qred.com
About Qred Founded in 2015 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, Qred is Sweden’s fastest growing fintech company according to the Financial Times. Qred is the market leader in the Nordic region and has Sweden’s most satisfied customers according to Trustpilot. With operations in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Brazil, Belgium and Norway, Qred has helped more than 25,000 companies. Qred’s fully automated, proprietary credit scoring system allows it to quickly and competitively provide business owners with the power they need to grow.
Partnership with Vista reinforces TRG Screen’s leadership in enterprise subscription spend and usage management; capital will accelerate growth initiatives to address an increasingly complex market data and information environment
NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — TRG Screen, the leading provider of enterprise subscription spend and usage management software, today announced a strategic growth investment from Vista Equity Partners (“Vista”), a leading global investment firm focused exclusively on enterprise software, data, and technology-enabled businesses. TRG Screen will use the capital to accelerate product innovation, talent, and go-to-market functions to meet the growing demand for transparency, compliance, and control of market data and information consumption.
TRG Screen, the leading provider of enterprise subscription spend and usage management software, today announced a strategic growth investment from Vista Equity Partners, a leading global investment firm focused exclusively on enterprise software, data, and technology-enabled businesses.
TRG Screen also announced that Leigh Walters has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Walters, who will succeed Steve Matthews, has previously served as both President and Chief Operating Officer of TRG Screen since joining in 2017. As part of this planned transition, Matthews will assume the role of Executive Chairman after serving as CEO for the past nine years. He will continue to partner with Leigh and the company’s executive team in driving strategic growth.
“This investment from Vista comes following the tremendous success TRG Screen has achieved in providing our customers with leading subscription spend and usage management capabilities; it will also further accelerate our software and managed service offerings in response to the market’s demand for best-in-class solutions,” said Leigh Walters, CEO of TRG Screen.
“Following a successful investment with Pamlico Capital, we are excited to partner with Vista to continue our mission of delivering integrated customer solutions to optimize subscription spend and usage. Vista’s team of investors, operators, and technologists understand the unique opportunity of a company like TRG Screen, and we look forward to working with them in our next phase of growth,” added Steve Matthews, Executive Chairman of TRG Screen.
Driven by an ever-increasing demand for data and information, the subscription landscape continues to grow in both size and complexity, with financial market data alone representing $37.3 billion annual spend in 2022.1 TRG Screen’s modern solutions provide actionable insights into spend and consumption patterns, providing customers with complex and expensive subscriptions with clear visibility into their spend, usage, and compliance, against a backdrop of increased cost pressure. TRG Screen currently serves more than 500 financial services organizations, law firms, and global enterprise customers that jointly manage over $8.5 billion in subscription spend.
“The proliferation of subscription-based services has made controlling costs, monitoring usage, and managing access a top priority for leading financial services organizations, law firms, and global enterprises. TRG Screen’s platform is mission-critical, providing customers with the visibility to make impactful business decisions. We congratulate Steve on positioning TRG Screen to define the future of subscription spend and usage management and are excited to partner with Leigh and the rest of the team to support TRG Screen’s long-term growth and success,” said Martin Taylor, Co-Head of Vista’s Foundation Fund and Senior Managing Director.
“We truly enjoyed working with Steve, Leigh, and the entire TRG Screen team. They are talented operators, and we are thankful to have had the opportunity to help them achieve their vision for the business,” said Walker Simmons, Partner at Pamlico Capital.
Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Vista, Raymond James served as financial advisor to Vista, and Oliver Wyman served as commercial diligence advisor to Vista. Alston & Bird LLP served as legal advisor and William Blair & Company and Truist Securities served as financial advisors to Pamlico and TRG Screen.
Additional financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
About TRG Screen TRG Screen is the leading provider of enterprise subscription management solutions. Founded in 1998, TRG Screen is uniquely differentiated by its ability to monitor both spend and usage of data and information services including market data, research, software licenses, consulting and other corporate expenses. TRG Screen’s solutions provide its customers with full transparency into their vendor relationships and their subscription spend and usage, enabling them to optimize their enterprise subscriptions. TRG acquired Priory Solutions in 2016, Screen Group in 2018, Axon Financial Systems in 2019, Market Data Insights in 2020, and Jordan & Jordan’s Market Data Reporting (MDR) business in 2021 and with these acquisitions is now positioned as the global market leader in the financial, legal, and professional services markets. TRG Screen’s product portfolio includes subscription spend, usage, enquiry and compliance solutions. For more information visit trgscreen.com. Follow TRG Screen on LinkedIn, @TRG Screen, and on Twitter, @trgscreen.
About Vista Equity Partners Vista is a leading global investment firm with more than $100 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2023. The firm exclusively invests in enterprise software, data and technology-enabled organizations across private equity, permanent capital, credit and public equity strategies, bringing an approach that prioritizes creating enduring market value for the benefit of its global ecosystem of investors, companies, customers and employees. Vista’s investments are anchored by a sizable long-term capital base, experience in structuring technology-oriented transactions and proven, flexible management techniques that drive sustainable growth. Vista believes the transformative power of technology is the key to an even better future – a healthier planet, a smarter economy, a diverse and inclusive community and a broader path to prosperity. Further information is available at vistaequitypartners.com. Follow Vista on LinkedIn, @Vista Equity Partners, and on Twitter, @Vista_Equity.
About Pamlico Capital Pamlico Capital is a private equity firm founded in 1988 that invests in growing middle market companies in North America. Pamlico Capital seeks control-oriented growth equity investments of up to $200 million alongside founders and proven leaders in its target industries: communications, healthcare, services and software. The firm, based in Charlotte, NC, has assets under management of almost $3.5 billion. For additional information, please visit www.pamlicocapital.com.
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that KKR has completed the sale of over 5 million square-feet (SF) of industrial warehouse and distribution properties for a total aggregate value of over $560 million. The dispositions were completed through five discrete transactions with five separate buyers. The fifth and final sale closed on September 29th.
The sales, primarily consisting of assets in KKR’s Real Estate Partners Americas II fund, included over 50 industrial buildings located in high-growth, infill markets across Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, the Lehigh Valley and Central Pennsylvania. Since 2018, across its investment strategies in the U.S., KKR has acquired over 60 million SF of logistics assets totaling approximately $8.0 billion of aggregate value. Including these five sales, KKR has sold approximately 21 million SF since 2021 and currently owns over 40 million SF of industrial real estate in major metropolitan areas.
“Our strong focus on asset quality and market selection gives us flexibility to deliver results for our investors in different market conditions, whether through the sales of large portfolios or individual dispositions of well-bought properties,” said Ben Brudney, a Director at KKR overseeing U.S. industrial real estate investments. “We continue to selectively acquire logistics properties in growth markets and our existing portfolio continues to benefit from high occupancy and embedded rent growth potential.”
“Industrial real estate is the largest exposure across our U.S. opportunistic and core plus real estate strategies, and we have built a dedicated investment and operating platform focused on this sector that enables us to own great properties at scale,” said Roger Morales, Partner and Head of Real Estate Acquisitions in the Americas at KKR. “These sales demonstrate the attractive bid that exists for a quality assets in supply-constrained locations.”
KKR’s global real estate business invests in high-quality, thematic real estate through a full range of scaled equity and debt strategies. Managing over $64 billion in assets as of June 30, 2023, KKR’s approximately 150 dedicated real estate investment and asset management professionals across 17 offices worldwide apply the capabilities and knowledge of KKR’s global platform to deliver solutions for clients and investors.
About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.
