GulenSkyss Acquired by InfraRed Capital Partners
Deal News | Jul 15, 2025 | PR Newswire Cision InfraRed Capital Partners Limited
InfraRed Capital Partners, a leading international mid-market infrastructure asset manager, has acquired GulenSkyss, a prominent Norwegian ferry and ambulance vessel operator. This strategic acquisition allows InfraRed to own 100% of GulenSkyss, which operates a fleet of 15 vessels including one under construction, providing critical transportation and emergency services in Norway. GulenSkyss holds long-term concessions with public entities, enhancing its stability and growth prospects. The acquisition supports InfraRed's strategy of investing in infrastructure with significant room for growth. With a strong management team and established market presence, GulenSkyss is poised for expansion into new regions and segments. InfraRed aims to leverage its global experience to support GulenSkyss's growth, welcomed by the company's CEO and founder. This marks InfraRed's second investment in the Nordics within a year, further solidifying its presence in the region.
Sectors
- Infrastructure
- Transportation
- Private Equity
Geography
- Norway – GulenSkyss operates within Norway and its acquisition by InfraRed focuses on expanding its services in this country.
- United Kingdom – InfraRed Capital Partners is headquartered in London, UK, and is expanding its investments in the Nordics, including Norway.
Industry
- Infrastructure – The article discusses the acquisition of a ferry operator, which is a critical component of infrastructure in Norway.
- Transportation – GulenSkyss operates ferries, pilot boats, and ambulance vessels essential for transportation across Norway's challenging geography.
- Private Equity – InfraRed Capital Partners is a private equity firm that facilitates infrastructure investments.
Financials
- US$13bn – InfraRed manages US$13 billion of equity capital for investors globally.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| InfraRed Capital Partners | Acquirer | Company | A leading international infrastructure asset manager acquiring GulenSkyss. |
| GulenSkyss | Target | Company | A Norwegian ferry and ambulance vessel operator providing essential transportation services. |
| Per Strand Vold | Founder and Vendor | Person | Founder of GulenSkyss, involved in facilitating the acquisition by InfraRed. |
| Sven Stubican | Partner | Person | Partner at InfraRed Capital Partners, commented on the strategic acquisition. |
| Frode Sønstabø | CEO of GulenSkyss | Person | CEO of GulenSkyss, supporting the strategic partnership with InfraRed. |