Urban Partners
Overview
Urban Partners is a leading European urban investment manager, owner, and operator with a 20-year track record of delivering strong, risk-adjusted returns through market cycles. The firm develops and actively manages high-quality assets in prime locations across Northern Europe, investing with high conviction in urban environments where it sees strong, resilient economies and outsize growth potential. Urban Partners unifies real estate strategies under one brand, with Nrep and Velo Capital gradually transitioning to operate under the single identity of Urban Partners in 2026. The firm manages over €23 billion in assets and employs more than 600 professionals across eight countries. Its investment strategies are designed to address unmet urban demands, underpinned by structural tailwinds, applying a long-term, user-centric approach and leveraging sustainability expertise to maximize efficiency while derisking investments. Sustainability remains fundamental to Urban Partners' investment strategies, not just as a value driver but as sound business logic. The firm believes that solving real problems through disciplined investment is a superior business model and the most effective way to do good: for its investors, cities, and the benefit of all.
Investment Focus
- High conviction in urban environments with strong, resilient economies and outsize growth potential
- Focus on sustainable and user-centric investment strategies
- Long-term commitment to urban development and regeneration
- Expertise in real estate, technology, infrastructure, and related sectors
- Ability to manage and operate high-quality assets in prime locations across Northern Europe
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Urban Partners invest in?
Urban Partners invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Telecommunications, and is based in Philadelphia, United States. Urban Partners is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Urban Partners invest at?
Urban Partners backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Urban Partners invest in?
Urban Partners invests across United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden and Norway.
Who are the partners at Urban Partners?
Team members listed for Urban Partners include Christopher Lankenau (Principal).
What companies has Urban Partners invested in?
Urban Partners's portfolio includes UMEUS, Juli Living, FLINS Capital Partners, NREP Management Holding ApS, Urban Partners Management UK Ltd, Urban Partners Oy, Urban Partners Management Company S.A and NREP AB.
How do I contact Urban Partners?
Urban Partners'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.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
