Santander Alternative Investments

Overview

Santander Alternative Investments is an alternative investment platform with an innovative ethos, established to capture unique and exclusive investment opportunities that assist clients in achieving their investment objectives. As part of the Santander Group, it leverages the strength and backing of a leading financial institution, providing clients access to extensive distribution capabilities in ten major markets and origination in areas where the bank has expertise and commitment. The platform offers a range of alternative investment opportunities in Private Debt, Infrastructure & Energy, Real Estate, and Funds of Funds, utilizing the group's strengths and extensive origination capabilities. The team comprises specialists with over 15 years of experience in their respective sectors, aiming to forge trusting relationships and create a unique and distinctive experience for clients. Equipped with best-in-class technologies, Santander Alternative Investments seeks to foster exponential growth while minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency and client interaction. The platform's investment strategies include Trade Finance, Direct Lending, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy, Real Estate, VC Climate Tech, and Funds of Funds, with a global commitment of over 2 billion euros across 22 investment vehicles. The team is led by CEO Luis García-Izquierdo and CIO Borja Díaz-Llanos, with a total of 70 professionals, 30 of whom are part of the various investment teams. The platform's commitment to innovation and client-centric strategies positions it as a significant player in the alternative investment landscape, offering diversified solutions to meet the evolving needs of investors.

Investment Focus

• Institutional investors
• High-net-worth individuals
• Accredited investors

Portfolio Companies