At the end of November 2024, Emalec reached a new milestone in its development by welcoming three new investor partners: Siparex, Bpifrance, and Carvest.
These key players share a common vision: to sustainably support business growth by providing both financial resources and long-term strategic support.
We invite you to discover in more detail their history, expertise, missions, and the values that drive them.
Siparex
Overview
Founded in 1977, Siparex is one of the leading independent private equity firms in France. Based in Lyon and Paris, the group currently manages over 3 billion euros in assets.
Experience
Since its creation, Siparex has supported over 300 companies, primarily SMEs and mid-caps, in various sectors such as industry, services, innovation, and energy.
Mission
Siparex supports companies in their organic and external growth projects, transfers, or internationalization, combining capital injection with long-term strategic support.
Values
Proximity to leaders, entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to responsible and sustainable growth are at the core of Siparex’s DNA.
Bpifrance
Overview
Bpifrance is the Public Investment Bank, created by the French State to support business development. With over 65 regional branches, it operates in close proximity to entrepreneurs.
Experience
Each year, Bpifrance supports thousands of companies, from startups to international mid-caps. Its expertise covers financing, private equity, consulting, innovation, and internationalization.
Mission
Bpifrance’s mission is to strengthen the competitiveness of the French economy by financing growth, supporting technological innovation, and assisting companies in their international development.
Values
Boldness, innovation, inclusion, and sustainability guide Bpifrance’s actions, with a strong commitment to energy and ecological transition.
Carvest
Overview
Carvest is the investment company of the Crédit Agricole group. Present in many French regions, it is a major player in financing SMEs and mid-caps.
Experience
With over 400 companies supported and more than 30 years of experience, Carvest operates in various sectors: industry, services, healthcare, construction, etc.
Mission
Carvest invests alongside companies to support them in key stages of their development: external growth, transfer, or innovation, with a partnership approach and a long-term horizon.
Values
Regional proximity, responsibility, and economic sustainability are at the heart of Carvest’s commitment, consistent with the cooperative values of the Crédit Agricole group.
