Amsterdam-based IT group Your.World, a platform for building businesses online, has secured €800M in long-term capital from Ares Management Credit funds and Carlyle.
James Kim, Partner and Head of European Opportunistic Credit at Ares, says, “We are excited to be investing in Your.World as it enters its next chapter of growth. The combination of Your.World’s demonstrated history of execution, sector leadership, strong management and robust M&A pipeline underscore our conviction in its ability to generate significant value over the longterm.”
“We look forward to working with Robin, Strikwerda Investments, Carlyle, and the Your.World team as they continue to differentiate themselves in the online solutions sector.”
Capital utilisation
The investment, provided as preferred equity, will support Your.World’s expansion in the European SME market, focusing on managed IT, cloud infrastructure, and online productivity solutions.
The company will use the funding to acquire companies and make strategic investments, focusing on strengthening its market position and expanding its presence in the industry.
Robin van Poelje, CEO of Your.World, says, “As Your.World pursues its long-term ambitions, we are pleased to welcome the additional partnership capital and expertise from two leading global investors, Ares and Carlyle.”
“Their financial and strategic support reinforces our ability to drive accelerated growth while continuing to deliver high-quality solutions and services to our customers. We look forward to seising the opportunities that lie ahead.”
What does Your.World offer?
Founded in 2023 by Strikwerda Investments – a Dutch tech-focused family office, Your.World consolidates its IT investments under one brand, operating through Your.Cloud for IT and cloud services and Your.Online for web hosting and productivity tools.
Originally established in 2016, the company has expanded through acquisitions, adding firms like HDUK, Verweijen ICT, and Kreuze. It now employs over 2,000 people, operates 45 brands, and serves around one million customers across Europe.
Headquartered in Amsterdam with offices across Europe, Your.World has grown rapidly, generating €675M in revenue. It functions through a decentralised model with two main groups, seven segments, and 43 companies, offering solutions in online presence, productivity, security, digital transformation, and connectivity.
Taj Sidhu, Head of European and Asian Private Credit at Carlyle, says, “We are delighted to provide this strategic capital financing to Your.World.”
“The business is a leader in a resilient and fragmented market, and we believe there is significant white space for the company to continue to pursue their successful M&A strategy as they further accelerate growth.”
JP Morgan advised Strikwerda Investments and Your.World on the Ares and Carlyle investment, with A&O Shearman providing legal counsel.
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