Samena Capital
Overview
Samena Capital is a principal investment group established in 2008, focusing on the Subcontinent, Asia, Middle East, and North Africa regions, collectively known as the SAMENA region. The firm has raised over US$1.5 billion in capital since its inception and has returned approximately US$950 million to investors through more than 51 full and partial exits. Samena Capital manages total capital commitments of around US$390 million across three primary investment strategies: private equity, direct investments, and credit. The firm's distinctive model brings together entrepreneurs and business leaders from various industries across the SAMENA region as shareholder-investors. These shareholder-investors actively contribute to the firm's investment activities, leveraging their industry expertise and regional insights. Samena Capital's investment portfolio spans multiple sectors, including automotive, life sciences, media and information services, alternative energy equipment, specialty retail, logistics, and hospitality. Notable investments include stakes in companies such as Udaan, Inox Wind, HappyFresh, LEAP India, and Bloom Hotels and Resorts.
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What sectors does Samena Capital invest in?
Samena Capital invests in Media and Information Services, Automotive, Logistics, Life Sciences, Alternative Energy Equipment and Specialty Retail, and is based in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Samena Capital is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Samena Capital invest at?
Samena Capital backs companies at Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 5M.
Which regions does Samena Capital invest in?
Samena Capital invests across India, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.
Who are the partners at Samena Capital?
Team members listed for Samena Capital include Amandeep Sandhu (Senior Vice President, Investor Relations) and Harish Oberai (Vice President, Private Equity).
What companies has Samena Capital invested in?
Samena Capital's portfolio includes Udaan, Inox Wind, HappyFresh, LEAP India and Bloom Hotels and Resorts.
How do I contact Samena Capital?
Samena Capital's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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