Profile
Andera Partners is a private equity firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2001. The firm was formerly known as Edmond de Rothschild Investment Partners. It has a team of 81 professionals, including 33 partners, and is known for its focus on sustainable investments. Andera Partners stands out for its commitment to responsible investment principles and its active participation in various venture capital associations across Europe.
The firm primarily invests in growth-stage companies through buyouts, with a focus on sectors such as sustainable energy, transportation and logistics, agribusiness, business-to-business and business-to-consumer services, building and construction, cosmetics, distribution, and industry. Andera Partners typically invests in companies based in France and Germany, but also considers opportunities in other European countries. The firm makes investments ranging from $5 million to $35 million and participates in early revenue to pre-IPO stages.
Notable investments by Andera Partners include FloStent - therapeutic devices, Societe D'applications Comptables - accounting services, Exciva - drug discovery, EIS Wire & Cable - electrical equipment, and SDCL Efficiency Income Trust - buildings and property. The firm has a diverse portfolio of 113 companies and has made 293 exits to date.