GreenPoint is a global investment firm that focuses on developing and managing the next generation of real assets. Recently, the company achieved a remarkable milestone by raising over $1 billion in equity commitments for its inaugural flagship fund, along with related investment vehicles.
This significant fundraising accomplishment reflects strong support from a diverse array of institutional investors worldwide, including prominent entities such as La Caisse, formerly known as CDPQ, the Texas Teacher Retirement System, and various funds managed by GCM Grosvenor. The breadth of this support underscores the distinctiveness of GreenPoint’s investment strategy and its increasing attractiveness in today’s evolving market.
The newly launched fund primarily concentrates on real assets, with particular emphasis on regions like North America, Europe, and Australia. GreenPoint strategically invests in emerging sectors that are undergoing transformational changes due to advancements in technology. These sectors are diverse and include areas such as digitization, electrification, and automation. Within these broader categories, the firm is exploring various industries, including transport and logistics, energy and environment, digital infrastructure, and living spaces. The focus on these sectors demonstrates GreenPoint’s commitment to capitalizing on the opportunities presented by technological progress.
So far, GreenPoint has made several noteworthy investments that illustrate its vision for the future. One such investment is in a project called Lysara, where the firm aims to develop a substantial platform worth £1 billion focused on electric vehicle charging. This initiative aims to support urban densification, a process that involves creating more housing and infrastructure in urban areas while enhancing fleet charging capabilities across Europe. Additionally, GreenPoint is also investing in an ambitious project called Outpost. This initiative aims to establish a dedicated platform valued at $1 billion, focusing on modernizing freight transportation in the United States. By creating a national network of automated truck terminals, the goal is to enhance efficiency and increase resilience within the supply chain, which is essential for meeting the demands of contemporary logistics.
What sets GreenPoint apart is its integrated approach to investments. Each initiative connects essential physical assets with highly skilled management teams, effective operational strategies, and advanced technologies that enable smooth functioning. GreenPoint’s focus extends beyond mere financial investments; the firm is dedicated to shaping the future of critical industries and developing sustainable solutions that benefit both communities and the economy as a whole.
Counsel: Latham & Watkins acted as fund counsel.
KEY QUOTES:
“The significant support we have received from institutional investors validates our thesis. We’ve built GreenPoint to do more than deploy capital — we build vertically integrated platforms that are positioned to define the next era of real assets. We believe that building the infrastructure of tomorrow in the digital era is a generational opportunity that will provide compounding value to our stakeholders.”
Chris Green, Founder and CEO of GreenPoint
“GCM Grosvenor has been a long-term backer of nascent real estate platforms and GreenPoint’s integrated model represents an exciting evolution of the industry. Outpost is another great example of their ability to combine operational expertise, innovation in technology, and long-term capital which is a point of differentiation in the market and within our broader portfolio.
Peter Braffman, Managing Director at GCM Grosvenor
