Correspondence from Mingpo Cai, CEO, Founder, and Chairman of Cathay Capital, to the Group's Investors
Cathay Capital, a leading European private equity and venture capital platform, marks its 17th anniversary with a commitment to its role as a bridge to industrial ecosystems across continents. Founded in 2007, the company has thrived by building bridges between continents and areas of expertise.
Over the past decade and a half, Cathay Capital has forged its own path, always striving to create value for all stakeholders, not just one side. The company's global flagship funds, Innovation III and Midmarket III, are reaching maturity stage and attracting growing interest from various investors.
Cathay Capital's success is underscored by its partnerships with esteemed companies like French multinational SEB, Chinese brand Supor, Asian logistics platform ZongTeng, Aéroports de Paris, Hong Kong-listed down apparel leader Bosideng, and Canadian brand Moose Knuckles. The company's unique ecosystem also includes large industrial groups, from CAC40 and beyond, as investors and strategic partners.
In 2012, Cathay Capital moved to the U.S. to build transatlantic connections and expand its global ecosystem. This move has been instrumental in the company's growth, allowing it to make meaningful industry connections across borders for the mutual benefit of its portfolio companies and investors.
Cathay Capital's approach is grounded in understanding each company's challenges and goals to make deals that align common interests and create shared value. The company operates with a principle of "fierce sincerity," saying what they do and doing what they say.
The company is also committed to a purpose beyond profit, leveraging investments as a tool to create solutions and address complex challenges such as the climate emergency and health crises. Cathay Capital remains committed to supporting the drive for re-industrialization in Europe and beyond while delivering long-term value.
Mingpo Cai, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Cathay Capital, expresses gratitude to investors and partners for their continued confidence and trust. As the company looks towards the future, it wishes its investors and partners a happy festive season and an excellent 2025.
Over the years, Cathay Capital has supported the cross-border ambitions of high-potential SMEs and startups. The relationships cultivated by Cathay Capital are key to their success, emphasizing collaboration, trust, and shared values. The company's partnerships with strategic partners and investors, such as Cathay United Bank, have played a significant role in its regional expansion, particularly in South-East Asia, India, and Japan.
Cathay Capital is one of the only European private equity and venture capital platforms with deep roots also in Asia and North America. The company is committed to being the bridge to industrial ecosystems across continents, ultimately bringing growth and innovation to life that will benefit all.
