Partnering for growth
by responsibly guiding entrepreneurs
Waterland partners with ambitious entrepreneurs to build future-proof companies by strengthening their competitive position and driving sustainable growth.
With over 25 years of experience and a proven track record of more than 1,300 investments, we specialise in creating lasting success through tailored buy-and-build strategies. Our hands-on, entrepreneurial approach combines collaboration with efficiency, responsibility, and thoughtful execution.
Our local teams provide dedicated support across Europe to help companies achieve their growth ambitions. This combination of expertise, strategic investment, and dynamic teamwork leads to measurable results for these companies and attractive returns for our investors.
Collaborating
with ambitious entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs come to us to turn their ambitions into reality. We are proud to say that so far, we have supported over 1,300 entrepreneurs, propelling their companies to the top of the market. Some have grown to become market leaders in their country, Europe or even the world, while others have gained the necessary experience and expertise to pass the torch on to the next ambitious team.
Just taking over a company is not what we do. We create long-lasting relationships, adding our experience to a company and enriching its strategies to make it more resilient.
In Waterland, we have found a powerful financial and entrepreneurial partner that helps us realise our ambitions through accelerated growth.
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Supporting sustainable growth
Our responsible investment strategy as well as Waterland’s specific Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives mark a significant milestone in our journey towards sustainable growth.
Waterland launched its second Responsible Investment Report in June 2025. This report highlights our significant progress in integrating ESG principles across our investment processes and portfolio.
