EGD Holding AS
Overview
EGD Holding AS is a Norwegian private investment firm managing assets across various sectors. The company was founded in 1907 by Einar Galtung Døsvig and has evolved over the years to focus on shipping, real estate, and financial services. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes active ownership, leveraging the knowledge, networks, and creativity of its management team. EGD Holding operates through subsidiaries such as EGD Capital AS, EGD Shipholding AS, and EGD Property AS, each focusing on specific investment areas. In recent developments, EGD Capital AS became the main shareholder in Heder Bank ASA in April 2026, and in January 2026, EGD Holding acquired the asset management operations of Argentum Fondsinvesteringer AS, a company wholly owned by the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Fisheries. These strategic moves reflect EGD Holding's commitment to expanding its investment portfolio and influence in the Norwegian financial sector.
Investment Focus
- Active ownership
- Long-term commitment
- Focus on growth companies addressing future challenges
- Alignment with sustainability and ESG principles
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does EGD Holding AS invest in?
EGD Holding AS invests in Financial Services, Real Estate, Banking, Asset Management, Shipping and Property Development, and is based in Vestland, Norway. EGD Holding AS is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does EGD Holding AS invest at?
EGD Holding AS backs companies at Growth, Late Stage and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does EGD Holding AS invest in?
EGD Holding AS invests across Global and Norway.
What companies has EGD Holding AS invested in?
EGD Holding AS's portfolio includes DNB ASA, Eminence Capital, Heder Bank ASA, Argentum Asset Management, Argentum Alternative Investments, Argentum Business Management, The Children's Investment Fund and Salt Value AS.
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