Waterland Private Equity

Waterland Private Equity is an independent private equity investment firm that partners with ambitious entrepreneurs to build future-proof companies by strengthening their competitive position and driving sustainable growth. With over 25 years of experience and a proven track record of more than 1,200 investments, Waterland specializes in creating lasting success through tailored buy-and-build strategies. Their hands-on, entrepreneurial approach combines collaboration with efficiency, responsibility, and thoughtful execution.

Operating across Europe, Waterland has offices in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Ireland, France, Spain, Norway, Poland, and Switzerland. The firm employs a diverse team of over 200 professionals representing 20 nationalities, dedicated to supporting the growth ambitions of their portfolio companies.

Since its founding in 1999, Waterland has consistently achieved above-average performance with its investments. The firm is ranked fifth globally in the HEC/Dow Jones Private Equity Performance Ranking and eighth in the Preqin Consistent Performers in Global Private Equity & Venture Capital Report. In addition, Real Deals has awarded Waterland the title Pan-European House of the Year 2020 in the PE Award.

Waterland focuses on industries undergoing change due to trends such as sustainability, digitalization, outsourcing, aging population, and leisure and wellbeing. The firm has a history of successful investments, including the acquisition of Auren, a Spanish professional services firm, in 2025, marking the first time a private equity firm entered the capital of a multidisciplinary professional services firm in Spain.

Waterland's investment strategy emphasizes responsible growth, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across their investment processes and portfolio. The firm launched its first Responsible Investment Report in June 2024, highlighting significant progress in this area.

With a commitment to long-term value creation, Waterland continues to support its portfolio companies in achieving sustainable growth and market leadership across Europe.