Saphir Capital Partners

Saphir Capital Partners SA is a private equity firm established in 2009 and headquartered in Luxembourg, with additional offices in Hong Kong and London. The firm specializes in buyout and growth capital investments, primarily focusing on product design and manufacturing companies in the United Kingdom and Europe. Saphir typically invests between €1 million and €10 million, with the potential for larger investments in collaboration with co-investors. In addition to its investment activities, Saphir offers financial advisory services encompassing mergers and acquisitions, valuations, structured finance, and divestitures. The firm aims to partner with strong management teams and innovative business models in growth sectors, seeking to enhance returns through strategic and operational improvements.

Jean-Louis Delcloy

Principal, Private Equity

Nicholas Luyckx

Managing Director

Marc Smit

Partner

5 past transactions

Sonru

Private Equity Round in 2014
Sonru Limited is an online video technology company based in Wexford, Ireland, with additional offices in the UK, Australia, France, New Zealand, Singapore, and Dubai. Founded in 2007, Sonru specializes in automated online video interview solutions that streamline the recruitment process by replacing traditional first-round phone and in-person interviews. Its technology allows interviewers to design specific questions tailored to job roles, competencies, and cultural fit, while candidates can record their responses from mobile devices. The company's offerings include tools for recruitment, education, customer relationship management, and training. Notably, Sonru for schools provides various services such as career guidance, interview preparation, and language training for students and educators. With a rapidly growing global client base, Sonru has established a reputation for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of hiring practices across various sectors.

Molinare

Private Equity Round in 2013
Molinare TV & Film Limited is a prominent post-production facility located in London's Soho, specializing in services for the film and television industries. Established in 1973, the company has built a strong reputation over its 40 years of operation. Molinare offers a range of post-production services, including grading and digital intermediate, sound-related services, visual effects, and workflow management. The facility caters to various types of projects, including television dramas, feature films, feature documentaries, and broadcast factual shows. By collaborating closely with directors and production teams, Molinare aims to deliver high-quality, immersive results, using advanced technologies such as Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision. The company serves clients both domestically and internationally, reinforcing its status as a respected name in the post-production landscape.

Wine Source

Private Equity Round in 2012
Wine Source is a London-based global premium wine supplier dedicated to sourcing fine wines and rare spirits directly from esteemed châteaux and vineyards. The company aims to deliver an exceptional wine-buying experience tailored to the unique preferences of its clients, which include prestigious hotels, high-end restaurants, and private collectors. Wine Source collaborates closely with world-class trade professionals to provide specialized consultancy, ensuring that clients receive not only exceptional products but also expert guidance. Its reputation in the industry allows Wine Source to procure rare and specific vintages from the most respected wine producers worldwide, reinforcing its commitment to quality and exclusivity in the wine trade.

Troc de l'Ile SA

Private Equity Round in 2011
Troc de l'Ile SA is a leading second-hand retailer based in Les Angles, France, operating under the Troc.com brand. The company specializes in the sale of a wide range of pre-owned items, including furniture for various rooms, decorative pieces, electrical goods, and DIY products. It also offers leisure items, child welfare products, multimedia devices, and cultural goods. With 134 physical stores across Europe and a robust online presence, Troc.com receives over one million unique visits monthly, facilitating the exchange of more than three million items annually. The company's multichannel strategy integrates physical stores, an online platform, and mobile access, providing customers with a comprehensive shopping experience. Troc de l'Ile SA is part of the Troc Europe Group, which combines the Troc.com and La Trocante brands, totaling 156 stores across Europe.

Luxaviation

Private Equity Round in 2010
Luxaviation Management Company is a prominent provider of private aviation services in the Euro-Asian market, leveraging over 70 years of experience through its established airlines, including Abelag, Unijet, LEA, Masterjet, and ExecuJet. With a diverse fleet of more than 200 aircraft, Luxaviation aims to be a leader in the premium segment of private aviation. The company specializes in aircraft sales, management, and maintenance, as well as fixed base operations. Its management services are tailored to simplify helicopter operations, ensuring clients enjoy a seamless travel experience from their homes or hotels to their departing jets. Through strategic acquisitions, Luxaviation has achieved the scale necessary to operate efficiently and enhance service delivery in the competitive aviation sector.
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