Waterpoint Lane announced the closing of its inaugural fund, Waterpoint Lane Sustainability Fund I. Fund I attracted strong support from a distinguished global investor base, including premier family offices and high-net-worth individuals, all united by a commitment to advancing impact and innovation within the global food system.
Launched in 2021 as a specialized SPV investor, Waterpoint Lane rapidly evolved into a full-scale investment manager. And the closing of Fund I emphasizes this transformation and reinforces the firm’s disciplined approach to identifying and scaling cutting-edge technologies that drive sustainable productivity across the agrifood value chain.
Fund I will focus on growth-stage B2B companies utilizing breakthrough technology to solve critical challenges in food and agriculture, emphasizing enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. This fund has already made several strategic investments and is building a robust transformative opportunity pipeline.
Waterpoint Lane’s strategy integrates capital with strategic growth initiatives, leveraging deep sector expertise and an extensive global network. And the firm is uniquely positioned to deliver both financial returns and measurable impact, aligning the interests of its investors, portfolio companies, and the broader communities it serves.
KEY QUOTES:
“We are deeply honored by the trust our limited partners have placed in us. This successful fundraise validates the strength of our investment thesis and our shared belief in the power of innovation to catalyze meaningful change in the global food system.”
– Ben Gibbons, Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Waterpoint Lane
“With Fund I, we’re building more than a portfolio—we’re crafting a blueprint for scalable, impact-driven value creation. By supporting visionary entrepreneurs and deploying bold strategies, we aim to set new benchmarks for innovation and leadership in this critical sector. Fund I represents a pivotal step in positioning Waterpoint Lane as a transformative force in sustainable investing.”
– Meifan Shi, Co-Managing Partner
