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SOFILARO / CALEN

SOFILARO CALEN is a capital investment organization based in France, focused on supporting the growth of local businesses through long-term partnerships. It operates in various sectors and invests primarily as an active minority shareholder.

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Overview

What SOFILARO / CALEN does

What SOFILARO / CALEN is

SOFILARO CALEN is a capital investment organization based in France, focused on supporting the growth of local businesses through long-term partnerships. It operates in various sectors and invests primarily as an active minority shareholder.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

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Operational profile

Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Private Equity
Founded
Founded in 1983
Approximate age
About 43 years
Structured capabilities
Funder
Last reviewed
March 4, 2026

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Capability profile

SOFILARO / CALEN as a funder

Investment thesis

SOFILARO CALEN invests in a diverse range of sectors, providing tailored investment solutions for startups, SMEs, and mid-sized enterprises. The organization emphasizes long-term partnerships as an active minority shareholder.

Focus narrative

SOFILARO CALEN invests in a range of sectors through several investment structures, including Capital Development and Transmission, Capital Infrastructures, Capital Innovation, and Private Debt. The organization primarily invests as an active minority shareholder, focusing on long-term partnerships.

Focus and fit

Availability

Currently deploying
Not published

Portfolio and track record

Recorded portfolio count
130

Portfolio context

SOFILARO CALEN supports over 130 companies across various sectors, although specific names and descriptions of portfolio companies are not provided.

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Common questions

What to know about SOFILARO / CALEN

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

March 4, 2026

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