The European Private Investment Platform Dedicated to Small
and Mid-Caps
Tailored financing solutions to support the growth of SME’s and mid-cap companies, since 2004
Since 2004, we have built a multi-expertise platform in Private Equity and Private Credit, supporting the long-term development of companies. Our complementary strategies enable us to deliver flexible financing solutions tailored to the specific needs of SME’s and mid-cap companies.
While generalist in our approach, we have also developed recognised expertise in the healthcare, technology and B2B services sectors.
CAPZA is part of BNP Paribas Asset Management Alts, a leading European platform for alternative asset management with more than €300bn in assets under management.
Expertises
Tailor-made solutions to support the long term growth of
Tailor-made solutions to support the long term growth of
SME's and Midcaps
Private equity
Our Private Equity strategies combine equity and hybrid instruments to support European SMEs and mid-cap companies through the key stages of their development.
Private Credit
Our teams structure senior debt and unitranche debt financing solutions, supporting companies in their growth, LBO and refinancing transactions.
Sustainability & Impact
We consider sustainability to be a strategic lever for value creation, combining measurable impact with financial performance.
Our approach for sustainable finance
Aurore Gauffre
COO and Head of Sustainability & Impact
100%
of SFDR Article 8 or 9 Funds
5
Dedicated Sustainability Professionals
89%
of Invested Capital in 2025 Sustainability-Linked
Our Teams
Our teams combine their experience, passion for investing and entrepreneurial spirit, aligning the interests of all our stakeholders.
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Portfolio
CAPZA supports the development strategy of 140+ companies in Europe.
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CAPZA Transition exits Arlettie and renews its support through Artemid
CAPZA Transition exits Arlettie following a successful partnership that supported the company’s growth and international development. Read more
CAPZA Partners with Respire
CAPZA Partners with Respire, a Next-Generation Dermocosmetics Brand. Read more
CAPZA arranges financing to support Columna Capital’s acquisition of Evidenze Group
CAPZA announces the arrangement of a financing package to support Columna Capital’s acquisition of Evidenze Group. Read more
Artemid supports Lauralu in its growth strategy
Artemid is supporting Eurazeo’s acquisition of Lauralu and accompanying the group in its next phase of growth. Read more