Permira, alongside GENUI, is set to acquire a majority stake in Westbridge Advisory, enhancing its commitment to sustainability in the energy advisory sector within the real estate market.

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Westbridge Advisory, headquartered in Frankfurt, is a prominent European energy and sustainability advisory firm catering to institutional real estate clients. The company offers expert guidance in energy procurement and assists clients in achieving their long-term sustainability objectives while reducing their carbon footprint. With a presence in major cities including London, Warsaw, and Zurich, Westbridge serves over 600 institutional real estate clients and has been recognized for its significant contributions to green energy solutions and compliance with ESG standards.

Since its establishment in 2015, Westbridge has demonstrated robust growth, achieving double-digit revenue and profitability increases amid rising demand for sustainable practices within the property sector. The company’s diverse suite of services includes energy procurement advisory, green building certifications, ESG data management, and sustainability consulting. Following this transaction, the founders of Westbridge will reinvest alongside the Permira Funds, while the existing investor, GENUI, will exit the business.

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