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Rivean Capital
Rivean Capital is a leading European private equity investor in mid-market transactions with operations in the Benelux, DACH region, and Italy.
Rivean Capital
Rivean Capital is a leading European private equity investor in mid-market transactions with operations in the Benelux, DACH region, and Italy. It has assets under management in excess of €5bn and offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Milan, and Zug. Since its inception in 1982, Rivean has supported more than 250 companies in realizing their growth ambitions. In February 2022, Gilde Buy Out Partners adopted the new name Rivean Capital.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
1982
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Netherlands
City
Amsterdam
Corporate office
Eduard van Beinumstraat 22, 1077 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Additional offices
Brussels, Belgium · Frankfurt, Germany · Milan, Italy · Zug, Switzerland
Principals
Maikel Wieland
Head of Investor Relations & Co-Investments
Frequently asked questions
Why did Gilde Buy Out Partners rebrand to Rivean Capital?
The firm announced the rebranding in February 2022 to reflect organizational forward momentum while preserving its existing team and investment approach. The name change did not signal a shift in strategy or leadership; the same group continues to pursue mid-market European private equity opportunities.
What is Rivean Capital's investment strategy?
Rivean Capital targets control-oriented equity investments in European mid-market companies. The firm executes buyout, growth equity, divestiture, public-to-private, spin-off, and succession transactions. It does not publicly segment its portfolio by sector, but its geographic focus spans the Benelux, DACH, and Italian markets.
How large is Rivean Capital's current fund or AUM?
Rivean Capital does not publicly disclose assets under management or current fund sizes. Prior to the rebranding, Gilde Buy Out Partners raised multiple fund vintages, but post-2022 figures remain private.
Where does Rivean Capital maintain offices?
The firm's headquarters are in Amsterdam, with advisory offices in Brussels, Frankfurt, Milan, and Zug. This footprint supports coverage of the Benelux, DACH, and Italian private equity markets.
What types of companies does Rivean Capital avoid?
Rivean Capital does not publish explicit sector exclusions. Given its mid-market European focus, it is unlikely to pursue seed-stage, venture capital, or large-cap public-market minority investments. The firm concentrates on established businesses requiring control-oriented capital for growth, succession, or restructuring.
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