BlackFin Capital Partners has entered into a strategic partnership with Arendt to accelerate the growth and international expansion of Arendt Investor Services (AIS). Under the agreement—subject to CSSF approval and standard closing conditions—BlackFin will become the majority shareholder while Arendt retains a meaningful stake, ensuring continuity as AIS broadens its presence beyond Luxembourg. The deal also covers the third-party AIFM, AManco.
BlackFin’s long-standing experience in European financial services and operational scaling is expected to strengthen AIS’ development plans. As one of Europe’s leading private equity investors dedicated exclusively to the sector, BlackFin brings extensive industry insight backed by more than a decade of activity in Luxembourg, supported by its established relationship with Arendt.
AIS, which marked its 15th anniversary in 2024, has expanded rapidly and now aims to bring its fund administration, governance, compliance, tax, depositary and AIFM services to new European markets. With 320 professionals, the firm positions itself as a comprehensive partner for alternative asset managers, servicers and family offices, helping clients streamline operations under a CSSF-supervised and ISO 22301-certified framework. Arendt’s continued shareholding preserves strategic alignment with its legal and consulting arms.
The transaction takes place as Luxembourg strengthens its position as Europe’s investment fund hub, managing €7.3 trillion in assets in 2025 and hosting almost 60% of the region’s alternative investment funds. Its regulatory stability and global expertise continue to make it a preferred jurisdiction for structuring and cross-border distribution.
BlackFin, which manages more than €4 billion in assets, focuses on asset-light financial services businesses and maintains offices across major European financial centers. The firm’s hands-on approach and industry specialization position it to support AIS in its next stage of expansion.
Source: businesswire
