Imperium Holding Receives EUR 12.3 Million Investment from IFU
Deal News | Nov 21, 2024 | Investment Fund for Developing
IFU, the Danish Investment Fund for Developing Countries, has announced a significant investment in Imperium Holding, a leader in luxury tea and infusion packaging based in Morocco. The investment amounts to EUR 12.3 million and forms part of a larger EUR 25 million equity round in collaboration with the El Baroudi Family, Proparco, and Si Advisers. The primary aim of this investment is to double Imperium's production capacity and create 850 new jobs, significantly enhancing employment opportunities for women, who presently comprise 86% of its workforce. This move aligns with Imperium's commitment to promoting gender equality and economic growth in Morocco, reflecting the goals of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 5 and SDG 8. The investment is also a testament to the shared vision of IFU, Proparco, and Si Advisers in fostering sustainable economic development, environmental impact, and social inclusion in the region.
Sectors
- Luxury Goods and Packaging
- Venture Capital and Private Equity
Geography
- Morocco – The investment focuses on expanding Imperium Holding's operations in Morocco, with a special emphasis on enhancing gender equality in the region.
- Denmark – IFU, the Investment Fund for Developing Countries, is based in Denmark and leads the investment in Imperium Holding.
- North Africa – Proparco's involvement indicates the regional impact of the investment in fostering sustainable development in North Africa.
Industry
- Luxury Goods and Packaging – Imperium Holding operates in the luxury tea and infusion packaging sector, which involves the production and distribution of high-end packaged tea products.
- Venture Capital and Private Equity – IFU, Proparco, and Si Advisers are involved in private equity investments to support the growth and expansion of Imperium Holding.
Financials
- EUR 12.3 million – The amount invested by IFU into Imperium Holding as part of a larger EUR 25 million equity round.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| IFU (Investment Fund for Developing Countries) | Leading Investor | Company | A Danish private equity firm focused on fostering sustainable economic development in developing countries. |
| Imperium Holding | Target Company | Company | A global leader in luxury tea and infusion packaging based in Morocco. |
| El Baroudi Family | Investor | People | A prominent family involved in the investment partnership for expanding Imperium Holding. |
| Proparco | Investor | Company | A development finance institution focusing on promoting private investments in developing countries. |
| Si Advisers | Investor | Company | An investment firm partnering in the equity investment round for Imperium Holding. |