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The iliad Group and InfraVia partner to develop a major European Hyperscale data center platform

The iliad Group and InfraVia – a leading independent private equity firm in Europe – have entered into exclusive discussions to form a partnership aimed at developing OpCore into a major European hyperscale data center platform. As part of the transaction, InfraVia, through its infrastructure funds, will acquire a 50% equity stake in OpCore, which is valued at an enterprise value of €860m, marking a significant milestone in the Company’s growth and strategic development.

Wed Dec 04 2024Infravia Capital Partners

Keynote interview: CVC DIF on taking the platform-building approach

Willem Jansonius, Partner and Head of the DIF Value-Add strategy, discusses how structural market changes are benefiting larger managers with the scale and expertise to build platforms that drive superior returns.

Tue Dec 03 2024CVC DIF

Global Asset Manager Capital Dynamics Expands European Presence with New Office in Madrid

Capital Dynamics has opened a new office in Madrid, expanding its presence in Southern Europe and reinforcing its long-standing commitment to the Spanish market. This move aims to strengthen relationships with local investors, offering global expertise in private equity and clean energy investments.

Thu Nov 28 2024Capital Dynamics

NextPower UK ESG Acquires Standalone Battery Energy Storage System

NextEnergy Capital announced that its fund, NextPower UK ESG (NPUK), has acquired a 29MW standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project called Rutherglen, marking NPUK’s 13th acquisition and its third in November 2024.

Thu Nov 28 2024NextEnergy Capital

Capital Dynamics Receives Top Rankings in 2024 PRI Transparency Assessment

Capital Dynamics has won the "Outstanding PPA Deal UK & Ireland" award at the Inspiratia Awards, recognizing excellence in infrastructure and renewable energy. The award highlights the Clean Energy team’s expertise in structuring power purchase agreements (PPAs) that drive sustainable energy investment and de-risk execution.

Wed Nov 27 2024Capital Dynamics

CVC DIF acquires a portfolio of US regulated water and wastewater utilities

CVC DIF has acquired 18 regulated water and wastewater utilities in Arizona, serving over 50,000 customers. This strategic move combines JW Water and Robson’s utilities, creating a leading mid-market platform focused on providing safe, reliable water services and long-term infrastructure investment.

Thu Nov 21 2024CVC DIF

Capital Dynamics Wins “Outstanding PPA Deal UK & Ireland” at Inspiratia Awards

Thu Nov 21 2024Capital Dynamics

NextPower UK ESG acquires its twelfth asset

NextEnergy Capital announced that its fund, NextPower UK ESG (NPUK), has acquired its twelfth asset, Staughton Solar Farm, a 50MW operational solar project in Bedfordshire, UK.

Thu Nov 21 2024NextEnergy Capital

Neos Partners Raises $1.37 Billion Fund II to Invest in the Energy Transition and Critical Infrastructure Sectors

Neos Partners, a San Diego-based investment firm focused on the energy transition and critical infrastructure sectors, has closed its second fund, Neos Partners II, with $1.37 billion in commitments and an additional $350 million in a co-investment vehicle.

Thu Nov 21 2024Neos Partners

InfraVia invests in Kyotherm, a French and international player in the decarbonization of the industrial and construction sectors

InfraVia Capital Partners (“InfraVia”), a leading European infrastructure investor, announces the acquisition of a majority stake and a capital increase in Kyotherm. Kyotherm specializes in the co-development and financing of decarbonization projects using renewable heat, energy efficiency, and flexibility for industrial and commercial customers. Andera Partners and the company’s management remain shareholders. Alongside Arnaud Susplugas – founder and CEO of Kyotherm – the entire management team and Andera Partners (through Andera Smart Infra 1 fund), InfraVia will support the company in accelerating its development and enhancing its offering.

Wed Nov 20 2024Infravia Capital Partners

Infravia Capital Partners

Paris, France

Founded in 2008, InfraVia is a leading independent private equity firm specializing in real assets - infrastructure, critical metals, real estate - and technology investments. InfraVia is a conviction-driven investor focusing on resilient businesses partnering with management teams, entrepreneurs, or industrials to develop their businesses and drive long-term value creation through active, hands-on asset management. InfraVia manages EUR 15 billion of capital* and invested in 50+ companies across Europe. *Total amount of capital raised

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CVC DIF

Schiphol, Netherlands

CVC DIF (formerly DIF Capital Partners) is a leading global mid-market infrastructure equity fund manager. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, CVC DIF has c. €18 billion of infrastructure assets under management in energy transition, transport, utilities and digitalisation. With over 240 people in 12 offices, CVC DIF offers a unique market approach, combining a global presence with the benefits of strong local networks and sector-focused investment capabilities. CVC DIF forms the infrastructure strategy of leading global private markets manager CVC. This partnership allows CVC DIF to benefit from CVC’s global platform, with 30 offices across five continents.

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Capital Dynamics

Zug, Switzerland

Capital Dynamics is an independent global asset management firm focusing on private assets, including private equity (primaries, secondaries and co-investments) and clean energy. Created in 1988, the Firm has extensive knowledge and experience developing solutions tailored to meet the exacting needs of a diverse and global client base of institutional and private wealth investors. Capital Dynamics oversees more than USD 14 billion in assets under management and advisement[1], and employs approximately 150 professionals globally across 13 offices in Europe, North America, and Asia [2]. Capital Dynamics is a recognized industry leader in responsible investment, receiving top marks (Five Stars) from PRI across all categories and investment strategies, as well as achieving strong results in GRESB benchmarking for its clean energy strategy.

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NextEnergy Capital

London, United Kingdom

NextEnergy Capital was founded in 2007 to become the leading specialist investment and asset manager in the solar sector. Our mission is to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy. We manage multiple private and public investment platforms and are the leading global operating asset manager of solar power projects.

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Neos Partners

San Diego, United States

Neos Partners is a middle-market investment firm focused on second-order investing in the energy transition and critical infrastructure sectors. Neos invests in leading companies in North America that provide products and services to the renewable energy, power grid, infrastructure, data center, and energy-intensive industrial sectors. Neos manages $2.7 billion of capital across its fund vehicles.

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