Trail Management

Overview

Trail Management is an independent European private equity firm established in 2007, managing over €1.0 billion in assets. The firm focuses on supporting high-performing mid-sized European companies in their international expansion, with a particular emphasis on the Chinese market. Trail Management operates through offices in Paris, Luxembourg, and Shanghai, complemented by a network of strategic partners in key global markets. The firm's investment approach is deeply international, aiming to transform its portfolio companies into global leaders. Trail Management's team is committed to long-term, responsible, and value-creating investments, reflecting a culture that is both international and collaborative. The firm has a history of investing in various sectors, including consumer goods, luxury goods, technology, healthcare, media, retail, industrial goods, services, financial services, energy, telecommunications, transportation, real estate, education, and agriculture. Trail Management's portfolio includes notable investments such as Breitling, a renowned Swiss watchmaker, and Marcadé, a leading event agency. These investments demonstrate the firm's strategic focus on companies with strong growth potential and international expansion opportunities. The firm's leadership, including President Xavier Marin, brings extensive experience in private equity and corporate finance, having previously co-headed investments at Eurazeo.

Investment Focus

• High-performing mid-sized European companies
• Strong growth potential
• International expansion opportunities
• Focus on the Chinese market

Portfolio Companies