CVC, a leading global private markets manager focusing on private equity, secondaries, and credit, has revealed a strategic partnership with Rajan Gajaria. Their aim is to explore investment opportunities in the global chemicals and CDMO (contract development and manufacturing organizations) sectors.
CVC is a leading global investment firm with a network of 24 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Founded in 1981, CVC has a proven track record of identifying and investing in attractive investment opportunities. The firm manages approximately $95 billion in assets across a range of private equity, credit, and growth funds.
CVC’s investment approach is characterized by a focus on partnership and value creation. The firm seeks to partner with management teams to support and accelerate growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance long-term value. With a team of over 500 employees worldwide, CVC is committed to delivering superior returns for its investors while adhering to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
Simultaneously, Gajaria has taken on the role of an independent director on the board of Sajjan India Ltd. This company is an investment of Sona Company Pte Ltd, a CVC affiliate. Given Gajaria’s rich agricultural experience, along with his outstanding reputation and extensive industry connections, he is well-equipped to identify fresh growth opportunities in these fields.
Having held key leadership positions at prominent agrochemical companies such as Corteva Agriscience and Dow AgroSciences, and currently serving on the boards of leading firms like UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions Ltd and Advanta Seeds, Gajaria offers invaluable insights and expertise.
Amit Soni, a Partner at CVC Advisers (India) Pvt Ltd, expressed excitement regarding the collaboration, pointing out Gajaria’s extensive experience and profound insights into environment, health, and safety operations. He stressed the beneficial effect this partnership would have on CVC Funds’ investments in India, beginning with Sajjan, in accordance with the company’s goal of pioneering innovative solutions for its worldwide clientele.
Rajan Gajaria expressed enthusiasm about teaming up with CVC, highlighting the opportunity it brings for expanding investments in global chemicals and CDMO ventures. Joining the board of Sajjan India offers a chance to work alongside a skilled team and tap into their collective knowledge. Gajaria is committed to using his extensive experience and industry acumen to propel Sajjan India to greater success and set new benchmarks in the chemical sector.