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Chepstow Capital
Chepstow Capital is the personal investment platform and vehicle of Gisbert Rühl, former CEO of Klöckner & Co SE. It partners with entrepreneurs and investors...
Chepstow Capital
Chepstow Capital is the personal investment platform and vehicle of Gisbert Rühl, former CEO of Klöckner & Co SE. It partners with entrepreneurs and investors to create long-term value in technology-enabled companies, and invests exclusively with its own capital—no third-party money, no fund structures, no committees. The firm focuses on supporting ambitious founders and management teams developing innovative businesses.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2016
Location
Region
Asia
Country
China
City
London, England
Corporate office
Tianjin, China
Principals
Gisbert Rühl
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is Chepstow Capital's investment focus?
Chepstow Capital targets growth-stage companies in advanced manufacturing, industrial technology, and enterprise software within China. The firm's strategy reflects the country's policy-driven push toward hard-tech supply-chain modernization. Specific sector concentrations include automation and factory-floor digital integration.
Who runs investment decisions at Chepstow Capital?
The principals and investment committee members of Chepstow Capital are not publicly disclosed. The firm has maintained a low public profile, with no named leadership appearing in English-language corporate registries or media coverage as of mid-2026.
What investment stages does Chepstow Capital typically target?
Chepstow Capital focuses on mid-to-late growth stage companies. The firm writes equity checks into enterprises that have already achieved product-market fit and initial scale, particularly those aligned with China's industrial technology and automation priorities.
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