Investment criteria

GEM Benelux invests in profitable and solid businesses that are led by a highly motivated and experienced management team. Common characteristics of businesses that have received investments in the past are:

Strong (niche) market positions
Proven track-record and sustainable cash flows
Operating result greater than € 2.0 million
Ample growth opportunities, e.g. through buy & build strategies
Entrepreneurial management team willing to co-invest

Furthermore, important criteria are personal chemistry between the GEM Benelux team and the management team as well as a shared view on how to take the business forward. These are considered fundamental for a successful investment and partnership.

The fund does not have a pre-determined sector allocation. Apart from some exceptions all industries are considered for investment. However, GEM Benelux is widely recognized for its considerable and successful experience in the food and manufacturing industries. Examples of buyouts in this respect are De Banketgroep, All Crump, Ad van Geloven, Bakker Bart, Hamal Signature and Royal Peijnenburg in the food industry and Oliebron/Kroon-Oil, CurTec, and Dunlop Protective Footwear in manufacturing

For more in-depth information on our current and past investments reference is made to the section Investments and the section Case Studies. To confidentially discuss your aspirations please contact one of the Partners of the GEM Benelux team.