Javier Ferran Launches Terlos to Support European Consumer Brands

Deal News | Dec 11, 2024 | PR Newswire Cision Terlos

Javier Ferran, currently serving as Chairman of Diageo and International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced the launch of Terlos, an investment platform aimed at boosting growth for European family and founder-owned consumer brands. The launch, dated December 11, 2024, sees Ferran and a fully owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) join forces as exclusive limited partners of Terlos Investments LP. Terlos plans to leverage Ferran's 40 years of industry experience to offer investment and operational support to mid and large-sized consumer brands, focusing particularly on companies in advantageous and resilient categories. This initiative combines Ferran's expertise with a dedicated team skilled in operational and investment strategies, aimed at delivering long-term value and brand differentiation for consumer businesses across Europe. The strategic partnership with ADIA underscores Terlos's ambition to provide the support necessary to drive growth and operational scaling for its portfolio companies.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Consumer Goods

Geography

  • Europe – Terlos focuses on supporting European family and founder-owned consumer brands.
  • Abu Dhabi – The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is a key partner and limited partner in Terlos.

Industry

  • Private Equity – Terlos is positioned as an investment platform with backing from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, indicating its operations within the private equity sector.
  • Consumer Goods – Terlos focuses on investment in mid and large-sized consumer brands, particularly in the European market.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Javier FerranFounder and Limited PartnerPersonChairman of Diageo and International Airlines Group (IAG), and a driving force behind the launch of Terlos.
    Terlos Investments LPInvestment PlatformCompanyA new investment platform supporting European consumer brands with operational and financial expertise.
    Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA)Limited PartnerGovernmentA wholly owned subsidiary of ADIA is an exclusive limited partner in Terlos.
    DiageoExternal ReferenceCompanyJavier Ferran is the Chairman of Diageo.
    International Airlines Group (IAG)External ReferenceCompanyJavier Ferran is the Chairman of International Airlines Group (IAG).
    Hamad Shahwan AldhaheriExecutive Director of Private Equities DepartmentPersonHe is an Executive Director at ADIA and commented on the launch of Terlos.