Buenavista Equity Partners (formerly GED Capital)

History: Founded in 1996 as GED Capital in Madrid, the firm rebranded in 2023 to Buenavista Equity Partners. Over 27 years it has pioneered private equity in Spain and expanded into infrastructure and venture capital strategies. The rebranding reflects a new visual identity while continuing GED’s legacy in the Spanish lower mid-market.

Investment Focus: Buenavista is a multi-asset manager with three main verticals: (1) Private Equity – majority or significant minority investments in Spanish SMEs (often family-owned) via buy-and-build strategies; (2) Real Assets / Infrastructure – funds targeting smaller greenfield and brownfield infrastructure projects (€10–40m deal size, e.g. renewable energy, transportation); and (3) Ventures – early-stage venture capital funds in Spain and Portugal focusing on seed and Series A startups (especially in tech and innovation).

AUM & Track Record: The firm manages approximately €1 billion in assets across its various funds. It has completed over 400 investments historically, with numerous successful exits. Recent activity includes launching a specialized Aerospace & Defense fund and continuing to invest through its existing Iberia-focused buyout funds and venture vehicles. Buenavista’s team and network provide deep expertise in value creation and sector-specific growth strategies.

Organization & Offices: Based in Madrid (Montalbán 7) and active across Spain and Portugal, Buenavista Equity Partners has a highly qualified team of professionals and an extensive advisor network. The firm emphasizes robust governance and ESG in its management of portfolio companies, aiming to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns alongside long-term sustainable value for both investors and society.