Invest With Us
We seek high-quality, long-term oriented investors who value alignment, active ownership, and sustainable growth.
our investment criteria
We invest in high-quality businesses with top-tier management, where ownership and managerial interests are strongly aligned. We partner with entrepreneurs and managers who share our values and commitment to active ownership. A proven ability to lead and execute is also pivotal.
We also invest in minority or illiquid positions that offer attractive risk-adjusted returns over time. With a counter-cyclical mindset, conservative use of leverage, and a strong balance sheet, we aim to build sustainable growth.
Size
+ Investments of meaningful scale over time
+ Equity positions typically NOK 50m – 500m
+ Exceptions considered for strategic opportunities
Ownership + Control
+ Influential ownership with alignment across shareholders
+ Minority to full ownership positions
+ Open to special situations, but avoid “value traps”
Investment Horizon
+ Long-term orientation, as long as Watrium remains the best owner
+ Shareholder agreement on liquidity events with co-investors and management
+ Patient capital with an active approach to value creation
Stage of Investment
+ Focus on growth and cashflow-positive opportunities
Our areas of interest
At Watrium, we currently focus on the five sectors shown below
Health
Technology
Energy
Transition
Finance
