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Explorer Investments

Explorer Investments

Overview

Explorer Investments is a leading and independent Portuguese alternative asset management company that specializes in private equity, real estate, growth capital, and restructuring/special situations. Founded in 2003, the firm focuses on investing in and developing companies in Portugal, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It manages several funds across its different investment areas, including Private Equity, Growth Capital, and Real Estate. The firm has over €2 billion in assets under management.

Portfolio Companies

27

Investments

Explorer Investments investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Speedbird AeroFeb 2026DebtCo-investor
Luca Learning SystemsJan 2026Series ACo-investor
Luca Learning SystemsDec 2025Series ACo-investor
SpotliteDec 2025SeedLead
SpotliteDec 2025SeedLead

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersLisbon, Lisbon
Year FoundedN/A

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