Buenavista Equity Partners

GED is an independent private equity group founded in 1996, operating primarily in the Iberian Peninsula and South-Eastern Europe. The firm manages over €300 million across multiple private equity vehicles, focusing on buyouts and expansion deals that enhance portfolio value through a buy and build strategy. GED targets medium-sized companies in Romania, Bulgaria, Spain, and Portugal, aiming to establish them as regional market leaders. The firm also engages in opportunistic real estate investments through its GED Opportunity fund, which concentrates on value-added opportunities in South Eastern Europe. GED has a strong track record in these regions, supported by its offices in key cities such as Madrid, Seville, Bucharest, Sofia, and Oporto. Its investment focus spans various sectors, including healthcare technology, energy, transport, and communication.

Rafael Lopez Armenta

Partner

Ignacio Castellar Cuadrado

Associate

Juan Jose García

Deputy Managing Partner

María González

Investment Director of GED Infrastructure

Javier Gonzalez

Investment Director

Álvaro Moraga Gómez-Olea

Investment Director

Víctor Hernández

Partner

Anca Ionescu

Deputy Managing Director

Ioana Lazar

Partner

Francisco Lino Marques

Partner

Bibi Sattar Marques

Partner

Javier Martínez

Operating Partner and Infra Counselor

Nuria Oses Mugica

Partner

Victoriano Lopez-Pinto Fernandez de Navarrete

Managing Partner

Jose Navarro

Senior Investment Analyst

Rafael Alvarez-Hevia

Senior Investment Analyst

Past deals in Romania

Continental Hotels

Private Equity Round in 2011
Continental Hotels operates a chain of 3 and 4-star accommodations in Romania, catering to both leisure and business travelers. With a focus on high-quality lodging, the hotels are designed to provide a comfortable and elegant atmosphere, blending style with modern amenities. The company manages properties in eight cities, offering not only accommodation but also conference facilities and restaurant services. Continental Hotels aims to meet the diverse needs of its guests, whether they seek relaxation or require business services, ensuring a harmonious experience that emphasizes quality and innovation.

TEB Energy Business

Acquisition in 2010
TEB Energy Business is a distributor and servicer of gas engines based in Romania. The company specializes in providing consultancy for the implementation of cogeneration projects and delivers gaseous fuel engines. In addition to supplying equipment for cogeneration systems, TEB Energy Business offers preventive and corrective maintenance services. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to enhance energy efficiency solutions for its clients.

Paravion

Acquisition in 2010
Paravion is an online travel booking service that originated as a spinoff from a local Romanian travel agency. The company operates a digital platform that facilitates the booking of air tickets, hotel accommodations, and car rentals, catering to the needs of travelers seeking convenient and accessible travel solutions. By leveraging its origins in the travel industry, Paravion aims to provide a comprehensive and user-friendly experience for customers planning their trips.

Infopress Group

Acquisition in 2010
Infopress Group S.A. is a prominent printing services provider based in Odorheiu Secuiesc, Romania, specializing in large circulation catalogs and magazines. Established in 1990, the company delivers a comprehensive range of services, including pre-press, web offset, digital printing, finishing, and integrated mailing solutions. Infopress Group caters to various industries, offering publication printing for color magazines and commercial printing for sectors such as retail, furniture, telecommunications, and bricolage. Additionally, it produces catalogs and advertising materials, including personalized and shrink-wrapped products, as well as retail brochures. The company serves a diverse client base across Romania and several European countries, including Germany, Holland, Belgium, France, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Hungary. Infopress Group has achieved a leadership position in the market by continually investing in new technologies.

Happy Tour

Acquisition in 2007
Happy Tour is a company dedicated to business and leisure travelers. The agency has its own network of associated agencies, which are developed at national and international level. Currently, the Happy Tour agency has a network of 64 affiliates and 84 outlets in 50 cities in Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova, and since 2015 Happy Tour has offices in Turkey.

Cellulem Block

Acquisition in 2007
Cellulem Block operates beauty centers in Romania, offering a diverse array of aesthetic services focused on health and beauty. The company specializes in treatments such as anti-cellulite and slimming procedures, permanent hair removal, skin and muscle firmness therapies, and specialized facials. These services are designed to help customers maintain and enhance their skin's appearance and overall well-being.
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