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𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 📕 Ardian has just published its 2024 Integrated Report.   At the heart of this report, we present a ‘How to’ guide which, through ten key stories of the year, explores the skills, values and partnerships that enable us to translate our investment vision into action.   Discover the report here → https://lnkd.in/dqb5tejC   Keep an eye out for our favorite stories from last year, including how we make the market in #secondaries, how to invest in the European #semiconductor space, and how we’re capturing the benefits of #AI for portfolio companies.   #IntegratedReport #HowTo #PrivateEquity #PrivateMarkets #ArchitectsofLastingChange

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 #AI 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?   Our 2024 Integrated Report dives into Ardian’s AI strategy and how we leverage the technology – both internally and with our portfolio companies – for business transformation.   Last year we rolled out GAIA, an in-house generative AI chatbot that has accelerated our data analysis, allowing Ardian’s teams to execute deals with increased speed. In addition, we organized the #AixAi conference in Paris, inviting industry experts and our portfolio companies to explore how technology could allow us to rethink alternative investments.   Below, you can explore how Ardian harnesses AI in highly effective ways. Read the interview featuring Pauline Thomson, Head of Data Science, and Clément Marty, Head of Digital Transformation, in our Integrated Report here → https://lnkd.in/dqb5tejC   #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #PrivateEquity #IntegratedReport

PRESS RELEASE | Ardian announces that it has leased the entire property at Via Amerigo Vespucci 2 in Milan to a multinational company. The 10-storey standalone property, spanning approximately 10,000 sqm, is undergoing extensive redevelopment as part of a major investment plan to create a cutting-edge structure focused on sustainability and innovation, qualifying it as a Net Zero Energy Building. The project is designed to minimize energy consumption and CO₂ emissions by integrating renewable energy sources and will achieve LEED Platinum, BREEAM Very Good, WELL Gold, Wired Score, and EPC A certifications. The intervention has completely repositioned the property, addressing the growing demand for green office spaces in prime locations across Milan and Europe, amid an increasingly limited supply. “This important lease is further recognition of the project’s quality and Ardian’s vision in promoting work environments that are sustainable, innovative, and focused on well-being. It has attracted top-tier international tenants thanks to a real estate development strategy focused on both energy performance and sensitivity to the surrounding urban context. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy aimed at creating new and lasting value through modern, efficient assets that are seamlessly aligned with the dynamics of today’s market.” Rodolfo Petrosino, Head of Real Estate Southern Europe and Senior Managing Director, Ardian “Vespucci 2 is the demonstration that offices are far from dead; on the contrary, they continue to attract growing demand from multinational companies, particularly when located in prime areas and equipped with high environmental sustainability performance.” Matteo Minardi, Head of Real Estate Italy and Managing Director, Ardian Read the announcement → https://lnkd.in/eU5hgPGc #RealEstate #Italy #OfficeBuilding #Sustainability #Innovation #NetZero Stefano Belingardi Architects Luca Migliaccio Roberto Curletti Nicola Plescia Sara Angelini Marta Sironi Irene Peressotti Paolo Menna

At #REAix2025, Mathias Burghardt, Executive Vice-President at Ardian & CEO of Ardian France, joined a high-level panel to discuss how AI and structural shifts in the global economy are transforming investment strategies.   Institutional capital alone will not grow at the same pace as it has in the past. To meet the €800 billion annual investment need identified by the Draghi report—especially in energy transition and innovation—Europe must unlock private savings. One of Ardian’s key ambitions is to make private markets accessible to a broader audience and help bridge this financing gap. Our sector must transform from serving primarily institutional investors to increasingly engaging individual investors - a challenge that demands innovation, education, and trust.   Mathias also highlighted how innovation has already boosted productivity in our industry by automating analysis and accelerating decision-making, but it goes much further today. With AI, we enter a new frontier: prediction—the ability to foresee trends and optimize portfolios before they materialize. This is a game-changer for resilience in an increasingly uncertain world.   Finally, he stressed the importance of building a unified European financial market that can effectively channel private savings—not just institutional capital—to ensure broad access to financing and preserve Europe’s strategic sovereignty. 📝 Read more about Mathias' perspective → https://lnkd.in/eVjT8zR2   #Ardian #AI #PrivateEquity #Infrastructure #Innovation #EnergyTransition #Investment #Europe #DraghiReport #FinancialMarkets #REAix2025

Ardian had the pleasure of welcoming its clients for a summer gathering and exclusive tour of Pointe des Arts, its landmark development project on the Pointe Amont de l'Île Seguin, in Boulogne-Billancourt. 🏗️ 🏢 Pointe des Arts is a large-scale mixed-use project, set to become a new cultural and lifestyle destination on the Seine’s banks. Spanning over 53,000 sqm on the historic site of the former Renault factories, the project will feature: • 20,000 sqm of prime office space • A vibrant mix of shops and restaurants, a contemporary Art Center, and a state-of-the-art Pathé cinema multiplex • A 230-room hotel with terraces, a rooftop restaurant and a bar with panoramic views • Green spaces and direct access to the Seine Designed by renowned architects RCR Arquitectes, CALQ Architecture, and Baumschlager Eberle Architekten, Pointe des Arts is envisioned as a fully integrated, mixed-use ecosystem that celebrates culture, innovation, and sustainability. The project is being developed to the highest environmental and technical standards (BREEAM, HQE, ActiveScore, WELL and WiredScore labels and certifications) and will complement the vibrant cultural scene of Île Seguin, including La Seine Musicale. We are proud to be shaping this ambitious urban transformation, which will offer a unique experience for residents, businesses, and visitors alike, breathing new life into a historic site while respecting its heritage. Thank you to all attendees for joining us. #RealEstate #PointeAmont #ÎleSeguin #UrbanTransformation #Sustainability #Culture Stephanie Bensimon Omar Fjer Sébastien Bégué Loïc HENRIOT Daniel Noeltner Camille Russel Alice G. Clara Sebag Etienne Arnould Nicolas Bellicam, CAIA Xavier Stapylton-Smith Bruno Giraud-Morel Maëlys Dupuy

𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 | 𝗔𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝟯𝟮.𝟲% Ardian has finalized its acquisition of an additional 10% stake in Heathrow Airport. We will continue to support Heathrow and its management to deliver sustainable growth and expand the “UK’s Gateway to Growth”. This in turn will support the UK Government’s Plan for Change. Heathrow has shown consistent demand, breaking passenger records for the months of January, April and May so far this year. These results further support the need for a UK hub airport that has the capacity to ensure sustainable trade, business and passenger travel throughout the country and across the world. “This additional investment highlights the confidence we have in the future of Heathrow, Europe's leading airport, and Ardian's broader commitment to essential infrastructure as an asset class. Since we became the largest shareholder of Heathrow in December 2024, we have worked with our fellow shareholders, the management team and the UK authorities to ensure Heathrow provides the best service possible for passengers and airlines. As the airport continues to serve an increasing number of passengers and global trade, we look forward to working with all stakeholders to deliver sustainable growth for the airport, fostering economic benefits across the country. This investment is a further sign of our commitment to supporting the UK's economic growth ambitions, combined with a net zero trajectory. We are very pleased to have joined the discussion with HM Government at the UK France summit this week.” Mathias Burghardt, Executive Vice President, CEO of Ardian France and Head of Infrastructure, Ardian “There remains strong and increasing demand for aviation which is underpinning the growth at Heathrow. This includes growing passenger demand, and the importance of cargo where Heathrow is already the UK’s biggest port by value. We are delighted the Government has recognized the importance of Heathrow and set out its ambition to see the airport expand. Our experience shows us Heathrow can grow sustainably, and we are ready to support the airport as it pursues expansion alongside the UK Government.” Juan Angoitia, Co-Head of Infrastructure Europe and Senior Managing Director, Ardian Read the announcement → https://lnkd.in/eSFGF-bQ #Infrastructure #Heathrow #Airport #London #UK #SustainableGrowth William Briggs

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. The investment landscape has completely changed. With Europe significantly lagging behind in the race for artificial intelligence, we must invest heavily in new technologies.    This naturally includes the entire AI value chain: computing power, and it also requires adapting our energy capabilities, since these infrastructures are extremely resource intensive. That’s why Ardian plans to invest over €3 billion by 2030 in this value chain, primarily through data centers and semiconductors, along with an additional €3.5 billion to finance the energy capacity needed to support these breakthrough technologies, while also focusing on decarbonizing the economy.    To mobilize this funding and go even further, because we need €800 billion each year for this dual transition, private investment is a key part of the solution. It is now up to us to unlock this capital, particularly that held by individual investors, as we know that institutional funds will no longer grow at the same pace as before. The future lies in our ability to channel private savings—which account for nearly 50% of total savings—towards alternative investments, which currently capture only 15% of those savings. This is a major lever, and to rise to this challenge, our sector must transform from serving primarily institutional investors to increasingly engaging individual investors—an evolution that represents an entirely different business.   The 𝘙𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘥’𝘈𝘪𝘹-𝘦𝘯-𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 is always an enriching experience for Ardian, offering engaging discussions and opportunities to explore how to combine strong financial performance with sustainable development.   Thank you to Laurent Bataille, Christel Heydemann, Anabel Diaz Calderon, Paul Hudson, Alexandra Roulet and Ruth Elkrief for this insightful discussion. #REAix #AixEnProvence #PrivateEquity #PrivateWealth #Innovation #AI Le Cercle des économistes

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠?   In 2024, Ardian established a strategic partnership with Rockfield Real Estate, a vertically integrated student housing platform, in order to invest in purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) in Europe.   Find out how our Real Estate team’s strategy is evolving and read the perspectives of Stephanie Bensimon, Ardian’s Head of Real Estate, Matteo Minardi, Head of Real Estate Italy, and our strategic partner, Juan Manuel Acosta, Partner and CIO of Rockfield, in our 2024 Integrated Report → https://lnkd.in/dqb5tejC   #PBSA #StudentAccommodation #RealEstate #Sustainability #ESG #BuildingValue #IntegratedReport #HowTo

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Mobilizing private savings to support investment in innovation and the energy transition is possible, and it's what we do at Ardian.   Thrilled to have spent these past few days at the "𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗘́𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗱'𝗔𝗶𝘅-𝗲𝗻-𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲" with the Ardian team, where I had the pleasure of participating in the "Innovation: the Shock of Transitions" panel.   This discussion highlighted how innovation extends beyond technology to include social and environmental dimensions. A great example of this is our work with Verne, where we are building low-carbon data centers for a sustainable future.   Aix offers unique opportunities for dialogue that challenge our thinking and broaden our perspectives. #REAix2025 #REAix #AixEnProvence #PrivateEquity #EnergyTransition #Infrastructure Le Cercle des économistes