H.I.G. Bayside Capital Europe

Overview

H.I.G. Bayside Capital Europe is the European special situations and capital solutions affiliate of H.I.G. Capital, a global alternative investment firm. The firm focuses on providing debt and equity capital to middle-market companies, specializing in distressed and special situations investments. With a team of over 500 investment professionals across 19 global offices, Bayside Capital leverages the extensive H.I.G. Capital platform to source and underwrite investment opportunities. Bayside Capital Europe primarily invests in senior secured European stressed and special situations credit, targeting equity-like returns. The firm's disciplined approach to portfolio construction and deal selection has consistently resulted in higher returns and lower volatility compared to comparable credit indices. Notably, its predecessor fund, H.I.G. Bayside Loan Opportunity Fund V, was named 'Best Performing Debt Fund Over $1.5B' by Private Equity Wire/Bloomberg in 2022. In recent years, Bayside Capital Europe has been active in refinancing and supporting the growth of various companies. In April 2025, the firm provided a £125 million unitranche term loan to Riviera Travel, a UK-based global travel brand specializing in guided tours and cruises. In November 2024, Bayside Capital Europe refinanced Oliver James, an international recruitment and talent solutions specialist, with a £31 million facility to support its further growth. These transactions highlight Bayside Capital Europe's commitment to delivering tailored capital solutions to mid-market companies across Europe.

Investment Focus

• Companies in distress or turnaround situations
• Middle-market companies seeking capital solutions
• European companies in need of special situations financing

Portfolio Companies