We share our international mindset, our experience, and our network.
We breathe new life into assets and operations, boosting sales and marketing, and build their reputation on the global stage.
We have done this successfully through multiple economic cycles and across multiple strategies and sectors: our reputation for determination, resilience and sustainable performance is well-earned.
André Bandeira
ab@explorerinvestments.com
Maria Campos Silva
mcs@explorerinvestments.comOur team is dedicated to supporting you with transparency and efficiency. We’re here to assist with anything you need, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience. Contact André and Maria for more information.
EXPLORER III achieved a +3x MOIC and ~22% Gross IRR
Initial equity capital committed to the strategy.
Transformation plan grows EBITDA at 10% CAGR via efficiency and export growth.
Low-risk, resilient companies that reliably generate cash without excessive leverage.
Proprietary sourcing in a less competitive market and exits to international buyers.
Average multiple expansion from entry to exit was 43% (from 5.3x to 7.6x).
The strategy combines operational growth, cash generation, and multiple expansion — delivering consistent profitability.
Backed by Portugal’s Largest Private Equity Fund
Elizabeth Rothfield, Founding Partner, CEO
I am proud of the extraordinary impact we have had on our portfolio and in the wider community. We are embracing the next decades of our story with energy and confidence.
Explorer has been investing successfully for more than 20 years, but there is still much more to be done. Huge opportunities lie ahead.
Leading private equity fund with €1.8B AUM.
Secure EU residency, citizenship — and high-growth potential.
Our people are at the center of all aspects of Explorer’s work. Although they have different roles and diverse backgrounds, they all share one common belief – a commitment to a shared set of values.
“I wanted a safe way to get residency, but also something that made financial sense. Explorer was the only fund that gave me access alongside institutions—and real returns.”
“The only fund I found that lets Golden Visa investors co-invest with large institutions. That gave me all the confidence I needed to go ahead.”
“I was impressed by how transparent and available the Explorer team was. I always knew where my investment stood—and how it was performing.”
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