Do you remember that TV programme, Tomorrow's World ...? 'Me? I don't remember anything, boss.' Ha! You're not of this world, are you, Voice? 'Probably not. I mean ... I just want to keep you company.' Thanks.
Thanks a lot.
Anyway ...
SWEN Capital Partners looks to European investors for the 4th vintage of its multi-strategy fund dedicated to the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Well, well ...
Let's hear more!
SWEN Capital Partners, a leading player in responsible investment for unlisted assets, has completed the interim closing of its infrastructure fund, SWEN Infra Multi-Select 4 (SIMS 4). The fund stands at €255 million with participation from French and European investors, furthering SWEN's ambition of supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy in Europe.
This statement of confidence from French and international investors demonstrates the preeminent standing of the infrastructure strategy SWEN Capital Partners has pursued for over ten years across both open and dedicated funds.
Building on the solid track record of previous vintages, the new fund takes another step forward as regards integration of ESG criteria. Meanwhile, SWEN Capital Partners is increasing the proportion of direct investments in its portfolio and seeks for this new programme to find a balance between direct investments and primary or secondary funds.
Okay. Fair enough. It sounds interesting ... I suppose.
Okay. There is a lot of this PR email ... 'Let's go to the voices, boss!' Ha! Great minds think alike!
Yes, yes. The voices!
'Who's going first?'
Jerome.
"The renewed vote of confidence from our investors is an honour for us, as is the arrival of new investors, particularly international investors. This latest generation of the fund is set to address major infrastructure financing needs in Europe and offers a chance to participate in the low-carbon transition of key assets in Europe and around the world," shares Jerome Delmas, CEO of SWEN Capital Partners.
That's not bad. 'I think Jean can top that.' I wouldn't be too sure, Voice. 'I think he can.' Okay. 'What's the prize, by the way?' Er ... a Jammie Dodger. 'Really?!' No. I lied. 'Oh.' The prize is just me, well, us ... declaring the winner. 'The winner's name will live on in this blog until the end of literature. Such glory!' Exactly!
All right. No pressure, Jean. Ha!
"In ten years, SWEN Capital Partners has established an unparalleled track record in infrastructure investment and ESG integration. Our ever-increasing integration of ESG criteria resonates particularly well with institutional investors wishing to combine returns with current issues such as fighting climate change and protect biodiversity," adds Jean Philippe Richaud, Deputy CEO and CIO of SWEN's Multi-Strategy business.
Yeah, okay.
Now we have Thibault!
"The launch of SIMS 4 constitutes a milestone in this respect, with the inclusion of our 4 ESG markers: respect for the environment, connection to regionally essential goods and services, diversity and fair sharing of value, these are the cardinal points that orient our investments, meeting investors' ever-increasing requirements in terms of Responsible Investment," says Thibault Richon, Head of SWEN's Multi-Strategy Infrastructure team.
What do you think, Voice?
'Not a lot.'
Yeah, yeah.
ENDS
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Anything else? Music?
I think I should start programming my brain for dream tunes if I ever want to finish my BIG TEN of world-beaters. Do you know what I mean?
'Boss ... someone reading this blog for the first time would have no idea what you mean.'
Ha, ha, ha!
Never mind.
What I might do is ... play my rough recording of Stella for half an hour before going to sleep at night. I want commercial hits, man!
Laters.
Oh ... we all shine on!
