Capvis

Founded in 1990, Capvis originated as a division of Swiss Bank Corporation (now part of UBS AG). Initially known as SBC Equity Partners, the firm transitioned to raising third-party capital in 1999 and completed a full management buyout from UBS in 2003 to become an independent firm.

The firm focuses on middle-market companies within the Industrial Corridor of Europe, encompassing Switzerland, Germany, Italy, and the Benelux countries. Since its inception, Capvis has raised approximately 3.2 billion Euro across several fund generations, including its most recent major fund, Capvis Equity V, which closed at 1.2 billion Euro in 2018.

Capvis is particularly active in the industrial and consumer sectors. Significant historical activity includes the acquisitions of the global swimwear brand Arena in 2013 and the Swiss senior care provider Tertianum Group in 2019. The firm typically targets businesses with strong market positions and growth potential within its core geographic regions.