Press Release
June 21, 2023
Ergon Capital (“Ergon”), a pan-European mid-market private equity investor, has today announced its rebranding initiative and unveiled its new identity. Ergon will officially be known as Apheon (“the firm”) going forward. The comprehensive rebranding effort reflects an important milestone in the firm’s strategic evolution, positioning Apheon for continued success in a dynamic and ever-changing market.
The journey to refresh Ergon’s brand began over two years ago and involved a 360-degree, deep introspection from the team, clients and stakeholders. From extensive conversations and reflection emerged Apheon, a brand that matches the firm’s identity. Apheon is driven by four core values – Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Respect and Responsibility – which have been the manifesto of the team since the firm was founded 18 years ago.
Since 2005, Apheon’s objective has been to do private equity differently, applying family values, a long-term perspective, and hands-on approach to an otherwise proven industry. The firm has developed deep roots across Europe, establishing seven offices (Brussels, Milan, Madrid, Paris, Munich, Amsterdam, and Luxembourg), and building a large network of entrepreneurs to support its core proposition of focusing on proprietary and primary investments.
Initially family-backed, Apheon today operates independently, managing ~€2.5 billion through its flagship and single asset funds with a diversified basis of investors, a strong team of ~50 talented people and a profound ESG engagement. The new name and identity have been adopted to reflect this evolution whilst the firm retains its entrepreneurial DNA and value proposition of backing families, entrepreneurs and managers, preparing their companies for the future.
Wolfgang de Limburg, Managing Partner of Apheon commented, “The global context has materially changed from when we started the firm; we are now investing and operating in a very different environment. We must be agile and constantly evolve in order to stay ahead and we felt it was time for this new chapter. Apheon’s new identity is a step into the future. It feels fresh, modern but equally evokes a trustworthy and experienced pair of hands, which is the type of partner we want to be. Our values continue to be at the heart of everything we do. However as a firm, we have strengthened our purpose and are even more unified under one north star.”
Emanuele Lembo, Senior Partner at Apheon added, “We are proud of the firm’s developments over the years. It has been 18 fantastic years and Apheon’s new identity supports our ambition for the future, building on the team and values that have made us successful.”
About Apheon
Apheon is a pan-European mid-market private equity investment company managing ~€2.5 billion of assets from select global institutional investors and families. Apheon is characterized by its partnership approach, providing “patient and friendly capital” and industrial know-how to entrepreneurs and management teams, preparing their companies for the future.
Apheon partners with leading companies with a sustainable, competitive position in attractive niche sectors, that are headquartered in the Benelux, Italy, Spain, France and Germany, with a constant emphasis on developing their environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) journey during its investment period. Through its pan-European footprint, the firm acts as a gateway into Europe for companies in the mid-market.
Since its founding in 2005, Apheon has raised more than €3.0 billion in capital, invested in 36 companies across Europe and completed ~140 add-on acquisitions for a total aggregate transaction value in excess of €6.5 billion. Apheon’s current portfolio consists of 21 companies across its target sectors, representing ~€3.0 billion sales and 21,000 employees. Apheon is advised by Apheon Advisors which has offices in Brussels, Milan, Madrid, Paris, Munich and Amsterdam. For more information, please visit www.apheon.com.
Contact:
John Mansvelt, CFO
T +32 2 213 60 90 – jm@apheon.com
Natalia Yek, Head of Investors Relations
T +32 2 213 60 90 – ny@apheon.com
