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Overview

Horn IV slhf. is a private equity fund managed by Landsbréf hf., a subsidiary of Landsbankinn hf., focusing on unlisted domestic equities in Iceland. The fund commenced operations in 2021 with a size of ISK 15 billion and is structured as a closed-end fund with approximately 30 institutional investors as shareholders. Its investment period is set to conclude by the end of July 2025, with a scheduled lifetime extending until the end of 2031. The fund's strategy emphasizes investments in unlisted domestic companies across various sectors, including consumer goods, retail, transportation, tourism, energy, infrastructure, technology, healthcare, financial services, real estate, telecommunications, media, education, agriculture, and manufacturing. Horn IV slhf. has engaged in several notable transactions, such as acquiring a 45% shareholding in REA ehf., the sole shareholder of Icelandic ground handling companies Airport Associates and SouthAir, which play a significant role in the operations of Keflavik International Airport. This acquisition, announced in May 2026, was subject to approval from the Icelandic competition authorities. Additionally, in July 2023, Horn IV slhf. invested ISK 3.5 billion in Styrkás ehf., the holding company of Skeljungur ehf. and Klettur – sala og þjónusta ehf., further diversifying its portfolio. The fund's investment philosophy centers on responsible and strategic investments in Icelandic industries, aiming to enhance value for its institutional investors while contributing to the growth and development of the Icelandic economy. Horn IV slhf. operates with a commitment to professionalism, trust, and delivering results, aligning with the values upheld by its managing entity, Landsbréf hf.

Investment Focus

Focus on unlisted domestic equities in Iceland
Investments across various sectors including consumer goods, retail, transportation, tourism, energy, infrastructure, technology, healthcare, financial services, real estate, telecommunications, media, education, agriculture, and manufacturing
Commitment to responsible and strategic investments
Alignment with the values of professionalism, trust, and delivering results

Portfolio Companies

REA ehf.Styrkás ehf.Skeljungur ehf.Klettur – sala og þjónusta ehf.

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Frequently asked questions about Horn IV slhf.

What sectors does Horn IV slhf. invest in?

Horn IV slhf. invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Reykjavík, Iceland. Horn IV slhf. is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.