\nNew office reflects KKR\u2019s localisation strategy and opportunity in Italy\u2019s evolving investment landscape<\/i><\/p>
MILAN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced plans to open an office in Milan, further strengthening its long-term commitment to Italy and expanding its local presence in one of Europe\u2019s largest economies. The office will support the firm\u2019s investment activity across Private Equity, Real Assets, Credit and Insurance, while deepening client partnerships and advancing the continued development of KKR\u2019s private wealth business in Italy.<\/p>
\nItaly has been an important market for KKR for over two decades, with over \u20ac10 billion of capital deployed since 2005 across Private Equity, Real Assets and Credit. The firm\u2019s investments include FiberCop, Europe\u2019s first wholesale-only, open-access fibre network, Enilive, a key player in advancing Italy\u2019s energy transition, and CMC, a sustainable packaging leader using robotics to drive innovation. These investments reflect KKR\u2019s focus on partnering with businesses in sectors critical to long-term economic growth and transformation, and on supporting Italy\u2019s role as a key industrial and economic engine within Europe.<\/p>
\nThe office will be led by Marco Fontana, Partner in KKR\u2019s Infrastructure team, who will relocate from London. Nicol\u00f2 Della Casa, Director in KKR\u2019s Private Equity team, will also relocate to Milan to lead the firm\u2019s Private Equity activities in Italy. Together with members of KKR\u2019s Client Solutions team, they will drive the continued expansion of KKR\u2019s local presence as the firm grows its investment activities and client partnerships in the market.<\/p>
\nJoe Bae and Scott Nuttall, Co-CEOs of KKR, commented: <\/b>\u201cItaly has been an important market for KKR for many years. The country\u2019s focus on strengthening its economic foundations, supporting key industries and creating the conditions for long-term investment is increasingly evident, and we see a growing opportunity for private capital to play a constructive role. Opening an office in Milan reflects our commitment to being closer to our partners and to supporting investment across sectors that are central to Italy\u2019s long-term growth.\u201d<\/p>
\nMattia Caprioli and Tara Davies, Co-Heads of KKR EMEA, said: <\/b>\u201cWe are seeing a clear and consistent focus on competitiveness, investment and economic modernisation in Italy, which is creating a positive environment for long-term capital. Establishing an office in Milan is a natural step in our EMEA strategy, where we are increasingly localising our business by bringing more of our people into key markets. We believe this is a real differentiator and will allow us to deepen our engagement in Italy while connecting it to the full breadth of KKR\u2019s global platform.\u201d<\/p>
\nMarco Fontana, Partner, Infrastructure and Head of the Milan Office, added: <\/b>\u201cWe are proud to be establishing a dedicated presence in Milan. Italy presents significant opportunity across areas such as digital infrastructure, energy transition and broader economic transformation. At the same time, we are building a team on the ground with deep local expertise and strong relationships across the market. Being present locally will allow us to work more closely with companies, clients and stakeholders, and to continue developing long-term partnerships in Italy.\u201d<\/p>
\nNicol\u00f2 Della Casa, Director and Head of Private Equity in Italy, stated: <\/b>\u201cItaly's entrepreneurial ecosystem, with its depth of founder- and family-owned businesses across a broad range of industries, presents a distinctly attractive environment for KKR's Private Equity strategy. Establishing a presence in Milan will allow us to engage more directly with these businesses, supporting them in accelerating their growth and realising their international ambitions.\u201d<\/p>
\nAbout KKR<\/b><\/p>
\nKKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR\u2019s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR\u2019s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR\u2019s website at www.kkr.com<\/b><\/a>. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group\u2019s website at www.globalatlantic.com<\/b><\/a>.<\/p> \nMedia Contacts<\/b><\/p> \nAnnabel Arthur \u2013 UK\n