Logistics

Amwal Capital Partners has introduced the ACP Shariah Financing Fund, a $150 million private credit vehicle designed to offer Shariah-compliant financing solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This initiative aims to bridge the significant $250 billion SME credit gap by providing ethical, asset-backed capital to businesses that are often underserved by traditional banking institutions. The fund's strategy emphasizes direct lending to emerging companies, particularly those with tech-enabled platforms requiring flexible financing structures. Over its five-year term, the fund plans to execute 12 to 15 transactions, focusing on sectors such as logistics, vehicle leasing, and FinTech. Initial investments include ventures in the tourism and agricultural food trade industries, reflecting the fund's commitment to supporting sectors vital to regional economic growth. By adhering strictly to Islamic finance principles, the ACP Shariah Financing Fund ensures that all investments are structured to avoid interest-based income and excessive uncertainty, aligning with ethical investment practices. This approach not only meets the growing demand for Shariah-compliant financial products but also offers investors exposure to high-yield opportunities uncorrelated with public markets.

BentallGreenOak (BGO) has introduced its second U.S. value-add debt vehicle, BGO U.S. Value-Add Lending Fund II, following the success of its predecessor, which raised $361 million. The fund aims to capitalize on the growing demand for transitional real estate lending solutions in the U.S. market. It focuses on originating loans for acquisition, refinancing, redevelopment, and construction projects across various property types, including multifamily, industrial, hotels, life sciences, and self-storage. The fund targets loan sizes between $20 million and $250 million, offering senior and mezzanine financing with terms ranging from one to five years. With a loan-to-value ratio of up to 85%, BGO positions itself as a flexible lender in a market where traditional banks have become more conservative. The fund's strategy is designed to provide attractive risk-adjusted returns by addressing the financing needs of transitional properties in primary and secondary U.S. markets. BGO's U.S. debt platform is led by Managing Director Abbe Franchot Borok, with support from Managing Director Jessica Lee. The firm's approach integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into its underwriting process, aiming to promote sustainable and resilient real estate investments. Institutional investors, such as the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management Board (MassPRIM), have shown confidence in the fund, with MassPRIM committing $100 million to Fund II.

BlackRock Europe Property Fund VI is a real estate opportunistic fund located in London, United Kingdom. The fund invests in Europe with a focus on UK, France, Germany, the Nordics and Spain. The fund plans to take advantage of an attractive entry point in European real estate markets that have recently repriced more swiftly than other regions. It will invest in high-quality assets aligned with structural mega forces driving the economy and future occupier demand, including demographic shifts, digital disruption, and the transition to a low-carbon economy and a net-zero built environment. The fund is an SFDR Article 8 fund with a focus on ESG credentials, including high-energy efficiency and creating net-zero emissions. The strategic focus includes student housing and homes, logistics, and data centers in under-supplied markets. The fund will focus on recapitalizing, repositioning, and rebuilding assets.

Blackstone Americas Logistics is a private equity buyout fund managed by Blackstone, one of the world's leading investment firms. The fund is domiciled in Delaware and Luxembourg and is headquartered in New York City. It focuses on acquiring and managing logistics assets across the Americas, aiming to capitalize on the growing demand for logistics infrastructure driven by e-commerce and supply chain optimization. The fund's strategy involves identifying and investing in high-quality logistics properties, including warehouses and distribution centers, that are well-located in key markets. By leveraging Blackstone's extensive real estate expertise and operational capabilities, the fund seeks to enhance the value of its assets through active management and strategic improvements. Blackstone Americas Logistics aims to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns to its investors by focusing on assets that benefit from strong market fundamentals, such as increasing demand for logistics space, limited supply in prime locations, and the ongoing shift towards e-commerce. The fund's investments are designed to provide both income and capital appreciation over the investment horizon.

BluePeak Private Capital Fund II (BPCF II) is a pan-African private credit fund launched by BluePeak Private Capital, an alternative asset management firm established in 2019. The fund aims to raise $250 million to provide flexible credit solutions to underserved mid-sized businesses across Africa, addressing the persistent financing gap that hinders their growth. BPCF II focuses on delivering impact-driven investments while offering investors superior risk-adjusted returns. The fund targets strategic sectors such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and financial services—industries pivotal to deepening local value chains and fostering industrial clusters. With a strong emphasis on gender inclusion, BPCF II is 2X Challenge qualified, promoting women's economic empowerment as a core objective. The fund integrates sustainability considerations throughout its investment process, prioritizing resilience, inclusive growth, and long-term value creation. In its first close, BPCF II secured $80 million in commitments from leading European Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), including British International Investment (BII), FMO, Swedfund, and the Swiss Investment Fund for Emerging Markets (SIFEM). These commitments underscore the DFIs' confidence in BluePeak's strategy to combine performance with impact, mobilizing capital to Africa's underserved mid-market segment.

CBRE Asia Value Partners 7 SCSp SICAV‑RAIF (AVP 7) is a Luxembourg‑domiciled, real estate value‑add fund managed by CBRE Investment Management. Launched in May 2025, the vehicle secured an initial $100 million commitment in its latest close. AVP 7 focuses primarily on modern logistics assets, including warehouses and distribution centers, as well as select data‑center opportunities—continuing the trend established by AVP VI, where at least 80 % of capital was dedicated to high‑demand logistics real estate. Through a value‑add strategy, the fund acquires assets suited for development or repositioning, targeting yield enhancement by converting secondary properties into core‑quality holdings. The fund targets stabilized distributions through a mix of development upside and operational improvements, supported by CBRE’s in‑house operator team. The anticipated deployment period spans multiple years, with future capital reliant on a strong deal pipeline backed by CBRE’s regional footprint and proprietary deal sourcing.

DivCore Fund VII is a closed-end, value-add real estate fund managed by DivcoWest, aiming to raise $1.5 billion. The fund focuses on acquiring and repositioning underperforming real estate assets across the United States, targeting sectors such as office, residential, industrial, data centers, and self-storage. By leveraging DivcoWest's operational expertise, the fund seeks to enhance asset value through strategic improvements and active management. The fund's strategy includes identifying opportunities arising from distressed sellers, liquidating lenders, and rescue capital situations. This approach allows DivCore Fund VII to capitalize on market dislocations and acquire assets at attractive valuations. The fund aims to generate strong risk-adjusted returns for its investors by focusing on assets with significant value-add potential. DivCore Fund VII has attracted commitments from institutional investors, including a $75 million allocation from the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management Board (MassPRIM), with an additional $75 million earmarked for co-investments alongside the fund. This marks MassPRIM's fifth commitment to DivcoWest-managed funds over the past 14 years, reflecting confidence in the firm's investment strategy and track record.

The EV II fund is a 70m€ Venture Capital fund that invests in innovative companies in Series A & B stage. The fund has a focus on Fintech and Beyond Banking sectors, including financial technology, RegTech, cybersecurity, mobility, energy, agriculture, and more. The fund targets investments in Central and Eastern Europe, which is an emerging startup ecosystem with amazing talent and founders but lacks the attention and funding resources of more mature regions. The fund has a commitment from RBI, Raiffeisen-Holding Niederösterreich-Wien, and Raiffeisen-Landesbank Steiermark, and has previously invested in a portfolio of 15 companies, including investment banking, e-signature & identification, and RegTech companies, among others. The main goal of Elevator Ventures is to earn a financial return for its investors. In addition, they want to contribute to the strategy of the banks and engage with high-growth companies whose business models might be changing the industry dynamics in the mid- to long term. The fund also cooperates with international co-investors and has decided to invest in a Fund of Funds and other VC funds alongside Raiffeisen-Landesbank Steiermark, and Raiffeisenlandesbank Oberösterreich. The fund also believes in the transformative power of technological shifts that enable high-growth companies to drive customer value and reshape industries. They are driven by a sector focus that encompasses not only Fintech but also Beyond Banking, which includes platform-based business approaches in various service areas. Elevator Ventures also plans to continue to promote innovation in the region with the backing of its LP base.

GREYKITE European Real Estate Fund I, SCSp, launched in 2024 and domiciled in Luxembourg, is a London‑based opportunistic real estate fund targeting high-conviction European markets. With cornerstone LP commitments from Capital Constellation (Wafra), Leucadia Asset Management, and later Goldman Sachs Vintage Strategies, the fund closed approximately US $324.5 M in March and raised additional equity amounting to €335 M by October, culminating in a total fund size around US $660 M. The fund’s main focus lies in scalable, operationally intensive themes including logistics/industrial, student accommodation (PBSA), single-family rental (SFR), and selected hospitality or life sciences plays, with active value creation via asset and corporate-level initiatives. In its logistics strategy, Fund I led a €300 M joint venture in Poland (seed portfolio ~€130 M, ~60% debt) and acquired a €350 M, 98%‑occupied 13‑asset logistics portfolio across Germany, France, and the UK (400 k m²), leased to blue‑chip tenants. Further diversification includes a Munich-based PBSA JV targeting ~190 beds and €250 M investment by 2026/27, and a £750 M SFR venture in the UK with Gatehouse, aiming to deploy ~£200 M by end‑2024 and acquire up to 2,500 homes.

Headline Asia has successfully closed its fifth venture capital fund, Headline Asia Fund V, with a total of $145 million in commitments. This marks a significant milestone, being one of the first notable VC fund closings in Asia-Pacific in recent months, as investor sentiment remains cautious amid global market uncertainty. The fund is a reaffirmation of Headline’s long-term conviction in the innovation potential of early-stage companies in the region. The fund will primarily invest in early-stage technology startups from seed to Series A, targeting companies operating in sectors like e-commerce, logistics, fintech, intellectual property, and AI. Headline Asia will focus on startups driving digital transformation and those with potential for cross-border scalability. The fund typically invests between $1 million to $5 million per deal, aiming to partner closely with founders to help scale their businesses. Fund V is backed by several public and institutional LPs, including Japan Investment Corporation (JIC), National Development Fund of Taiwan (NDF), Korea Venture Investment Corporation (KVIC), and SME Support Japan. So far, it has made 17 investments, including startups like Newmo (Japan, ride-hailing), Jenfi (Singapore, revenue-based financing), and Pi-xcels (Tokyo/Singapore, NFC receipts). The fund's strategic approach reflects a belief in the enduring opportunity within Asia’s startup ecosystem.

The NB Partners Fund IV, LP, managed by NorthBridge Partners and Park Madison Partners, focuses on purchasing, upgrading, and developing small-to-medium sized infill logistics assets in chosen coastal U.S. regions. The fund targets markets with high population density, significant port activity, or clusters of advanced manufacturing that benefit from reshoring trends. The value-add fund's limited partners include public and private pensions, endowments and foundations, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers, family offices, and high net worth individuals. This diverse group of investors helps to fuel the fund's target investments in these specific sectors and geographies. Overall, the NB Partners Fund IV, LP is focused on the strategic acquisition and development of logistics assets within specific U.S. regions, leveraging the expertise of NorthBridge Partners and the advisory support of Park Madison Partners, LLC.

North Haven Capital Partners VIII (NHCP VIII), managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, is a North American control buyout fund targeting lower middle‑market companies with strong EBITDA or free cash flow profiles. With its final close dated June 23, 2025, the fund amassed approximately US $3.2 billion in commitments, positioning it as a significant vehicle for growth‑oriented investments. The fund focuses on leadership‑driven businesses poised for strategic transformation across information technology, business services, healthcare, industrials, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics sectors. NHCP VIII pursues control stakes in founder‑owned or owner‑operated firms, often executing transactions such as recaps, spin‑outs, or succession‑related transitions. A key criterion is companies with at least US $1 million in EBITDA or free cash flow, underscoring the fund’s emphasis on operational strength. Leveraging the deep operational and sector expertise of Morgan Stanley’s private equity team, NHCP VIII aims to partner closely with management teams to enhance performance and scale businesses. Investments are concentrated in North America, with vehicle domiciles in Delaware and Luxembourg, providing flexibility and access to both domestic and international limited partners.

Pacific Avenue Fund II is a buyout fund managed by Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, focused on complex corporate carve-outs and operationally intensive situations in the middle market. The fund leverages Pacific Avenue’s experience in building standalone businesses from non-core divisions of large corporations. The fund closed with over $1.65 billion in commitments, raised in a single fundraising cycle completed in under four months. This swift and oversubscribed raise reflects strong investor confidence in the firm’s track record and its differentiated strategy during a time when capital raising has been generally more challenging across private equity. Fund II includes a dedicated European sidecar of over €100 million to pursue cross-border carve-outs and platform investments. This reflects the firm’s growing international footprint, with operations and deal sourcing capabilities in both Los Angeles and Paris. Backers of the fund include a diverse set of institutional investors such as public pensions, consultants, endowments, insurance companies, funds of funds, and family offices. The fund was advised by Lazard (placement agent) and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP (legal counsel). With Fund II and its sidecar, Pacific Avenue now manages approximately $3.8 billion in total assets.

Partners Group Direct Infrastructure IV is an infrastructure value added fund managed by Swiss private equity investor Partners Group. The fund was launched in 2023 and it has a fundraising target of around $8 billion. Its predecessor was called Partners Group Direct Infrastructure 2020, which closed at $6.4 billion in 2022. Partners Group Direct Infrastructure IV seeks ESG investment. This fund is an article 8 under EU SFDR. Partners Group invests in the following themes around infrastructure: - Decarbonization & Sustainability: clean power, low carbon fuel, carbon management, water sustainability and circular economy. - New living: new mobility, social infrastructure and critical supply chain. - Digitization & Automation: data transmission and data storage and services.

Platinum Equity Small Cap Fund II, L.P. is the second fund in Platinum Equity’s dedicated lower middle market strategy. Legally domiciled in Delaware and managed from the firm’s Beverly Hills headquarters, the fund was launched to target smaller buyout opportunities that fall outside the scope of the firm’s flagship mega-fund strategy. The fund closed in September 2025 with total capital commitments of $2.28 billion, significantly exceeding its original $1.75 billion target. This robust fundraising effort reflects strong LP confidence in Platinum’s approach to operationally intensive investing in the lower mid-market segment. Small Cap Fund II focuses exclusively on North American and European companies with less than $450 million in annual revenue and under $45 million in EBITDA. The investment strategy includes founder- or family-owned businesses, corporate carve-outs, and take-private transactions, especially where Platinum’s hands-on operational model can accelerate value creation. The fund complements Platinum Equity Capital Partners VI, the firm’s $12.4 billion flagship buyout vehicle, by targeting a distinct deal size bracket. Its dedicated team of more than 40 investment and operations professionals specializes in identifying and managing these smaller, often more complex transactions across key sectors.

The Radical Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to supporting Southeast Asia's transition to a more resilient future. With a target fund size of $40 million, it invests in startups that address climate change through both adaptation and mitigation strategies. The fund focuses on pre-seed, seed, and pre-Series A stages, providing not only capital but also operational and technical assistance to its portfolio companies. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Southeast Asian countries, The Radical Fund prioritizes solutions tailored to the region's specific needs. It seeks out ventures that may not traditionally be classified as climate tech but have the potential to make significant environmental impacts. This includes sectors like agriculture, food, circular economy, financial services, mobility, and logistics. The fund is part of the Utopia Capital Management group, which has supported over 130 early-stage startups in emerging markets. The Radical Fund's team is based in Bangkok and Singapore, with plans to expand in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Its mission is to build an ecosystem of climate-oriented companies that deliver both commercial returns and measurable climate impact.

Rotunda Capital Partners Fund IV, L.P. is the latest private equity vehicle from Rotunda Capital Partners, a firm specializing in operationally focused investments in the lower-middle market. The fund closed in early 2025 with $735 million in capital commitments, surpassing its $550 million target and initial hard cap, reflecting strong investor demand for Rotunda’s proven strategy. Fund IV continues Rotunda’s focus on partnering with family- and founder-owned businesses in sectors such as value-added distribution, asset-light logistics, and industrial and business services. The firm applies its proprietary Rotunda Performance System—a data-driven, process-oriented framework—to help portfolio companies scale efficiently and sustainably. With offices in Bethesda, Maryland, and Evanston, Illinois, Rotunda seeks to be the first institutional capital in its portfolio companies, aligning closely with management teams to drive long-term value creation. The firm typically targets companies with enterprise values between $50 million and $200 million, providing both growth capital and strategic support.

Stonepeak Asia Infrastructure Fund, with $3.3 billion in capital commitments, exceeding its initial target of $3.0 billion. This fund marks Stonepeak's first dedicated strategy in the Asia-Pacific region, is Stonepeak's inaugural Asia-focused infra fund, the aiming to capitalize on the region's long-term economic and demographic tailwinds. The fund seeks to construct a diversified portfolio of infrastructure assets, primarily within the communications, transport and logistics, and energy sectors. Its geographic mandate spans the Asia-Pacific region, including both developed and high-growth countries. To date, the fund has made six investments across its target sectors, demonstrating its commitment to addressing the region's pressing infrastructure needs. Stonepeak's approach combines deep sector expertise with a "boots-on-the-ground" strategy, supported by a dedicated team of 49 employees across offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Sydney, with additional presence in Seoul and Tokyo. This localized presence enables effective asset management and value creation for stakeholders.