Ardian

Ardian, originally founded as AXA Private Equity, became an independent entity in 2013 and was subsequently rebranded. The company manages or advises on $164 billion of assets across various regions including Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East. Operating from a network of 19 offices worldwide, Ardian employs over 1,050 individuals. The firm specializes in a range of investment solutions such as private equity, real assets, and credit. Ardian offers tailored investment services through its divisions Ardian Customized Solutions and Private Wealth Solutions. It is also committed to sustainability and responsible investment practices, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors across all its activities. The Private Credit division provides non-bank financing solutions to European mid-cap companies. Ardian’s infrastructure investments focus on renewable energy, telecommunications, and transportation sectors. Additionally, its Real Estate division is engaged in acquiring and managing office properties in major European cities, employing a ‘build-to-green’ strategy.