United Kingdom
About 3i Group plc
3i Group plc is a leading private equity firm specializing in mature companies, growth capital, middle markets, infrastructure, and management leveraged buyouts and buy-ins.
Investment Focus
The firm provides infrastructure financing and debt management, investing in senior and mezzanine corporate debt across large and private companies in the UK, Europe, Asia, and North America.
Sectors of Investment
- Business & Technology Services: Testing, inspection, certification, outsourcing, consultancy, human capital, and industrial support services.
- Consumer Sector: Multi-unit rollouts, e-commerce, retail, food & beverages, private label, and leisure.
- Healthcare: Medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biotech, healthcare services, and wellness products.
- Software & IT Services: Cloud infrastructure, tech-enabled outsourcing, and mature software solutions.
- Industrial Sector: Automotive, chemicals, construction, energy, electronics, and industrial services.
- Infrastructure: Utilities, transportation, and social infrastructure across Europe.
Investment Strategy
- Targets companies with enterprise values between €100M–€500M.
- Seeks investments of £150M–£300M, often taking control positions.
- Focuses on mid-teen returns in infrastructure.
- Takes majority or minority stakes, with board representation in infrastructure investments.
Geographical Reach
3i Group invests primarily in Europe, North America, South America, and Asia, with a strong presence in the UK, France, Germany, and Ireland.
Company Background
Founded in 1945, 3i Group plc is headquartered in London, with additional offices across North America and Europe.
