Organization · Private Equity
Centricus
Centricus is a London-based global investment firm founded in 2016, specializing in advisory, private equity, and asset management with a focus on high-growth sectors.
Overview
What Centricus does
What Centricus is
Centricus is a London-based global investment firm founded in 2016, specializing in advisory, private equity, and asset management with a focus on high-growth sectors.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Private Equity
- Founded
- Founded in 2016
- Approximate age
- About 10 years
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- March 26, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
Centricus as a funder
Investment thesis
Centricus focuses on high absolute returns through strategic investments in private equity and asset management across various sectors.
Focus narrative
Centricus targets high absolute returns in four core sectors: Financial Services, Technology, Infrastructure, and Consumer, Media, Entertainment, and Sports (CMES). The firm employs a rigorous investment approach to ensure optimal performance and value creation for its stakeholders.
Value beyond capital
Centricus adds value to its portfolio companies through strategic guidance, access to capital markets, and leveraging its extensive network to enhance growth opportunities and operational efficiencies.
Focus and fit
- Regions
- Global · Uk
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Not published
Portfolio and track record
Portfolio context
Centricus has notable portfolio activities including acquiring a majority stake in SK Global Entertainment, known for producing 'Crazy Rich Asians.' The firm participated in a $650 million funding round for Relativity Space, a company developing 3D-printed rockets. Additionally, Centricus led a $7 million Series B funding round for Virtualitics, a big data visualization and analytics company, and invested in Exyn Technologies, which raised $16 million for autonomous drone systems. The firm also led a $50 million Series C round for Tamara Mellon, a luxury footwear brand.
Common questions
What to know about Centricus
Upseed classifies Centricus under the Private Equity organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 26, 2026
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