HAL Investments supports Koppert expansion with €140 million

HAL Investments reported a capital contribution to Koppert. The €140 million investment aims to expand Koppert's production facilities and provide working capital to support global growth. Both companies are Dutch.

The capital injection not only supports immediate growth plans, but also strategically positions Koppert for future investments. Furthermore, it will play a crucial role in executing its licensing and M&A strategy.

René Koppert, CEO of Koppert, expressed pleasure in welcoming HAL Investments as a strategic partner and long-term investor. He explained that the collaboration between Koppert and HAL aims to drive positive change by accelerating research and development initiatives to create innovative solutions for organic and sustainable agriculture. This opens up new opportunities for customers, improving their chances of success.

About HAL Investments

HAL, the investment subsidiary of HAL Holding NV, stands out on the international scene with a diversified portfolio and an investment strategy focused on long-term growth and appreciation for its shareholders. With a net asset value of €13,7 billion as of September 30, 2023, the company has its roots in the founding of the Nederlandsch-Amerikaansche Stoomvaartmaatschappij (NASM) in 1873 in Rotterdam, which later became known as the Holland Amerika Line (HAL). After selling its last shipping activities in 1989, HAL began its investment operations, marking a new phase in its history.

HAL's investment strategy is characterized by the acquisition of significant stakes in companies, aiming not only at financial returns, but also at the possibility of playing an active role as a shareholder or board member. This approach allows HAL to not only positively influence the management and strategic development of the companies in which it invests, but also to ensure a long-term sustainable growth perspective.