Advisors & Partners announces a strategic investment in a fleet of eight freight river barges through the Selective European Transportation Equipment Fund, aiming to enhance sustainable transport solutions in Europe.

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Advisors & Partners (A&P) has announced the initial investments of the Selective European Transportation Equipment Fund (SETEF) in inland waterway transport equipment, which includes a fleet of eight freight river barges. This strategic investment is part of A&P's commitment to enhancing greener and more resilient transport supply chains. By incorporating river transportation into its portfolio, A&P is responding to the growing demand for cost-effective and low-emission freight solutions throughout Europe.

The acquired fleet consists of both covered and uncovered river barges, specifically designed to facilitate a variety of freight operations along the Seine and Rhine river basins—two crucial corridors for European trade. These barges are leased to logistics operators and private industrial companies, generating stable and continuous lease revenue for SETEF’s investors through long-term operational lease agreements.

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The European transport sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need for sustainable solutions to reduce carbon emissions and improve supply chain efficiency. The European Green Deal and UN Climate Change Initiatives emphasize the urge