Ironbridge Capital

Ironbridge Capital is an Australian private equity firm that invests in medium to large-sized businesses across Australia and New Zealand. The firm focuses on buyouts and expansion capital transactions, targeting companies with enterprise values between A$20 million and A$150 million. Ironbridge specializes in sectors such as healthcare, financial services, and outsourced services, leveraging its extensive operational and investment experience to add value to portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy emphasizes identifying businesses with strong market positions and the potential for sustained organic growth, as well as growth through acquisition. Ironbridge seeks opportunities where it can enhance scale and profitability, aiming to generate material value upon exit. The firm has a history of active involvement in the management of its portfolio companies, working closely with management teams to drive growth and operational improvements.

Ironbridge Capital has a track record of significant investments, including a 70% controlling stake in MediaWorks New Zealand, which owns TV3, C4, and several radio stations. Other notable investments include Affinity Health, Australian Drilling Solutions, EnviroWaste, FleetPartners, iNova Pharmaceuticals, Qualcare, ReproMed, Recreational Tourism Group, Stardex Insurance Group, and Amart Furniture. The firm also owns the Global Renewables Alternative Waste Treatment Plant located at Eastern Creek, NSW. Ironbridge's investor base comprises over 40 leading global institutions, reflecting its strong reputation in the private equity market.

Ironbridge Capital is committed to responsible investing and became a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment in 2009. The firm integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into its investment process, believing that these factors can positively impact the performance of portfolio companies. This commitment is evident in the improvements made in workplace safety outcomes and environmental initiatives within its portfolio, such as Envirowaste's renewable energy generation from landfill sites and FleetPartners' development of a Green Guide to help customers reduce their carbon footprint.