Energised after the first day of Berlin Global Dialogue, where we listened to, and discussed with many internationally renowned academics, as well as global political and business leaders - including this morning German Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz. Dirk is looking forward to his own panel discussion - Advancing Europe's Capital Market - tomorrow morning. Come and join him, Erik Fossing Nielsen, Bettina Orlopp, Merete Clausen and Elif Bilgi Zapparoli in Audit IV at 10.30h Berlin time. #BGD2026 #AdvancingAlliances
AURELIUS
Financial Services
AURELIUS is a global alternative investor focused on private markets, particularly Private Equity and Private Debt.
About us
AURELIUS is a global alternative investor, distinguished and widely recognised for its operational approach. It focuses on Private Equity, Private Debt and Real Estate. Its key investment platforms include AURELIUS Opportunities V, AURELIUS European Opportunities IV, AUR Portfolio III and AURELIUS Growth. AURELIUS has been growing significantly in recent years, particularly expanding its global footprint, and today employs more than 400 professionals in 9 offices spanning Europe and North America. AURELIUS is a renowned specialist for complex investments with operational improvement potential such as carve-outs, platform build-ups or succession solutions as well as bespoke financing solutions. To date, AURELIUS has completed more than 300 transactions, and has built a strong track record of delivering attractive returns to its investors. Its approach is characterised by its uncompromising focus on operational excellence and an unrivalled ability to efficiently execute highly complex transactions.
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http://www.aurelius-group.com/
External link for AURELIUS
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- London
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2005
- Specialties
- Private Equity, Private Debt, Real Estate, Corporate Carve-outs, Platform Build-ups, Succession Solutions, Financing Solutions, and Operational Improvement
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Employees at AURELIUS
Updates
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Great to see our Growth team taking root outside of the DACH region.
AURELIUS Growth has been in Benelux for more than 100 days. Time for a first look back with Irfan Sabotic, who joined us as Managing Director to build our presence in the region, working from Amsterdam alongside the AURELIUS Midmarket team. Irfan talks about how advisors and entrepreneurs have responded so far, why Buy & Build fits a market where many SME owners are facing succession challenges or want to scale, and what they value most in a long-term partner. For him, our operational focus and evergreen structure make all the difference, along with the people and culture he discovered at AURELIUS Growth. He also looks ahead, fto the first deal to a growing team. Read the full interview in "100 Days AURELIUS Growth in Benelux" below.
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“I see very few pessimists in business who are rich”, is what Larry Fink just said in conversation with Ola Kaellenius. Great way to get this year’s Berlin Global Dialogue started with an appeal to approach the future with optimism. The AURELIUS team is looking forward to the coming two days.
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See you all next Tuesday!
🔵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 🔵 Next week, #BGD2026 brings more than 1,000 participants to Berlin to exchange perspectives, challenge assumptions, and explore how we can Advance Alliances for the New Era. Catch a glimpse of what is ahead👇 #AdvancingAlliances
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Simplifying complexity. Transforming operations. Building better businesses. These were the central themes of AURELIUS’ annual London Portfolio Evening, which brought together more than 200 mid-market professionals to discuss how operational transformation is unlocking value across the portfolio. The discussions extended into an afterparty - spot the evidence! Key takeaways from the evening included: ▪️ Complexity creates opportunity. Founding Partner Dirk Markus explained that today's environment of permavolatility presents challenges but also opportunities, which is where AURELIUS’ approach comes into its own: managing complexity has been part of AURELIUS’ DNA for more than 20 years, with operational excellence more important than ever in building resilient, successful businesses. ▪️ Operational expertise is the differentiator. AURELIUS is now 430+ people strong, including more than 200 operational specialists within AURELIUS WaterRise. The team has the in-house capabilities to simplify complex businesses, improve performance and accelerate sustainable growth. Tristan Nagler, Partner and Head of AURELIUS Investment Advisory, explained that this operational focus remains central to the firm's investment approach, which now spans more than €5 billion in assets under management. ▪️ Transformation in action. WaterRise team members shared examples of the AURELIUS playbook helping to deliver results: restoring profitability at industrial product and tool distributor Cromwell; targeting double-digit EBITDA growth at IT and multi-specialist distributor Exertis Ireland through operational improvements; and simplifying the Sensus International and EYKON metering businesses to focus on core markets, products and growth opportunities. ▪️ Flexible capital makes a difference. AURELIUS Finance Company's Head Karun Dhir highlighted a record year for deployment, and school uniform maker Trutex Ltd shared how a pragmatic and constructive financing partnership “showing a different level of flexibility” than others helped the business navigate a challenging period and transition to new ownership earlier this year. ▪️ New avenues for growth. New Business Services Partners Dr. Marc Arens and Timo Lieber outlined AURELIUS' expanding focus on Business Services, targeting companies where operational complexity creates opportunities for systematic improvement, growth and value creation. With nearly €1 billion of dry powder available for investment, AURELIUS remains well positioned to capitalise on opportunities across the mid-market, combining financial strength with the operational expertise to turn complexity into competitive advantage. Thank you to our portfolio leaders, speakers and guests for an engaging evening.
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Our Italian team enjoyed its annual event in Milan with advisors and business partners, sharing AURELIUS’ latest developments in its Mid-market and Growth teams, and celebrating the continued growth of its presence in Southern Europe. The evening began with a tour of Arnaldo Pomodoro’s works at Gallerie d’Italia, followed by drinks and canapés at VOCE in Giardino. Thanks to everyone who attended and shared the evening with us.
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AURELIUS is pleased to announce it has signed a definitive agreement with Nokia to acquire their Enterprise Campus Edge (ECE) business in a complex, global carve-out. ECE is a recognised industry leader in private wireless and industrial edge solutions, serving nearly 900 customers across manufacturing, mining, logistics, airports, ports and power generation. The business employs around 1,000 people, with key operations in Finland, Hungary, India and the US, and generates annual sales of more than €170m. A special thank you to our Special Advisor Thorsten Robrecht, whose wise counsel and hands-on involvement have been instrumental in helping us get this done. Link to the full press release below in the first comment. #aurelius #privateequity #acquisition #carveout #private5G #industrialedge
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Our 40th WaterRise meeting took place last week - this time in gritty, industrial Manchester/UK. It was great to see everyone again, exchange case studies and war stories, and catch up personally. It is a tradition at these events to take a tour of a nearby portfolio company. FOOTASYLUM's Sharp Studio and Warehouse, with its recently erected AutoStore™ storage facility, blew our minds. Thank you Footasylum team for your hospitality and a well organised, very impressive morning. A shout-out also to Alexandra Pfeifer and Nisha M. for organising an excellent event. Thank you Aurelians for making the journey. On to the Christmas party in December.
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