The strategy of Altamir Amboise is identical to that pursued by Apax Partners and is based on a flexible level of commitment adjusted every six months depending on the cash available to Altamir Amboise for its investment programme.

This strategy is characterised by:

Investments in medium size growth companies, mainly located in French-speaking countries, with the objective of making them leading companies in their sector.

Specialisation in 6 business sectors, backed by strong expertise and dedicated teams:

• Telecom
• Media
• Technology
• Healthcare
• Business & Financial Services
• Retail & Consumer

Majority or significant minority interests, through the Apax funds, which provide:

• a strong position for negotiating terms of entry
• greater control over the company’s management
• strong influence on the timing and mode of exit.

Dynamic portfolio management:
The average holding period for investments is around five years. Rotation is facilitated by the majority positions generally held in the companies.