Pencarrow has a proven track record of delivering strong returns to investors across economic cycles.

Founded in 1993, Pencarrow is one of the most experienced private equity managers in New Zealand. Since its founding the firm has raised seven funds and invested over $600 million of equity capital in mid-sized New Zealand businesses. 

More about us

Our advantage

Experienced and Disciplined Investors

We are experienced investors and have partnered with over 30 companies since Pencarrow's formation over 30 years ago.

Investment Blueprint to Deliver Value

We are active investors and work alongside the senior management teams of our portfolio companies to achieve their growth objectives.

Compelling Competitive Position

Unlike other managers, we employ a thematic approach to investment and are not constrained to any particular market segment.

Superior Investment Selection

We have successfully executed our investment theses across multiple funds through a full range of economic cycles.

Partnership

Pencarrow partners with established companies that have strong management teams and founders and offer a clear and sustainable competitive advantage

Our approach to partnership
31

We have been building world class businesses for the last 31 years

We have a team of nine investment professionals who bring a diverse range of skills from previous experience in private equity, corporate finance, investment banking, governance and operational management. The skills of our team are complementary to those of the founders, senior leaders and fellow shareholders within our portfolio companies. 

Meet the team