Henko raises its second fund and increases the size of its first fund to support fast growing Spanish and Portuguese SMEs

Founded in 2021, Henko Partners is a Spanish private equity firm focused on supporting the growth and internationalisation of companies in the lower middle market segment in Spain and Portugal. The firm focuses on partnering with ambitious entrepreneurs and management teams and Henko provides both financial and operational support.

In less than three years, Henko Partners has established itself as a relevant player in the Spanish and Portuguese private equity markets. The firm has successfully invested its €70 million first fund across six platforms including nine add-on acquisitions. In March 2024, Henko secured a €30 million extension of its first fund growing to €100m to continue to support the inorganic growth of its portfolio companies.

Simultaneously, Henko reached a €100 million first closing for its second fund, with a hard cap of €150 million. This second fund will pursue a similar investment strategy as fund I, focusing on companies with EBITDA from €2 to €6 million across four strategic verticals: healthcare, technology, sustainability, and industrial automation. Its objective is to support high growth businesses with strong management teams and international ambitions.

Lars Becker, partner at Henko, said: “We are delighted to welcome our new investors and appreciate the trust and continued support of our existing investors. The extension of our first fund and the first closing of the second fund are major milestones for us. We remain committed to identifying exceptional investment opportunities and partnering with high-quality management teams”.

About Henko Partners:

Henko Partners is an independent private equity investor focused on supporting outstanding Spanish and Portuguese mid-cap companies in markets with long-term growth trends. The firm partners with strong entrepreneurs and management teams to develop successful businesses and actively engages with its portfolio companies to execute long-term growth plans. As entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, Henko aims to support companies with accelerating growth and transforming them into more resilient and sustainable businesses. Henko is a responsible investor committed to strict environmental, social, and good governance principles. We aim to contribute to the long-term success of our investors and to a sustainable society.

For further information please visit www.henkopartners.com