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stories of transformation

Digital products, and the shift from paper-based finance

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION: In our latest instalment, we are joined by Ambienta Partner Giancarlo Beraudo to discuss the recent sale of digital transaction management firm Namirial to Bain Capital and the value creation achieved during the investment period.

Healthcare, and the consolidation opportunity in Lithuania

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | In March, the INVL Baltic Sea Growth Fund exited InMedica Group – Lithuania’s largest private healthcare network – to Mehiläinen, an international digital healthcare company with Finnish origins. InMedica represented two milestones for the closed-end private equity fund, which launched in 2019 with €165m: it was

Tempeh, and the evolving world of plant-based food

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | The food and beverage sector is constantly evolving – shaped by shifting consumer preferences, supply chain volatility, and a growing demand for sustainability. For investors, this represents both a challenge and an opportunity, particularly in the plant-based space, says Maven Capital Partners Investment Manager Rebecca MacDermid.

Paprika, and the imperative for supply chain traceability

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | In March, Tikehau Capital acquired a controlling stake in Spanish spice specialist Juan Navarro García – a leading processor and distributor with a strong focus on paprika, oleoresins, and cayenne. David Martin, Tikehau Capital’s Co-Head of Iberia and Co-Head of the Private Equity Regenerative Agriculture Strategy,

Natural capital, and new ways to design a sustainable investing strategy

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | In recent years, as capital allocators seek to significantly expand their exposure to sustainable investing, Natural Capital is rapidly emerging as an asset class that can offer a unique combination of financial returns, risk mitigation, and positive environmental impact. While its economic contribution is significant –

Locomotives, and the decarbonisation of European rail networks

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | Last year, global investment in the low-carbon energy transition hit a record $2.1tn, according to Energy Transition Investment Trends 2025. But, while investment is at an all-time high, growth is slowing – a concerning trend considering a total of $200tn (about $7tn per year) is needed

Regenerative agriculture, and opportunities in Latin America

STORIES OF TRANSFORMATION | Investments in agriculture faced a challenging year in 2024, continuing the steep downturn that began in 2023. In August, the aggregate deal value had fallen 48.7% year-on-year to around $1.5bn from just over $3bn – according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. In contrast, the total aggregate

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