Altano Capital

The firm invests in medical device and healthcare companies seeking buy-out opportunities or financing combined with market entry into the U.S. and China. They specialize in cardiovascular and structural heart devices with a strong focus on companies in the German 'Mittelstand' and European markets.

Check Size

Not specified

Stages

Growth, Late Stage

Focus Areas

Medtech, Healthtech, Biotech

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Investment Thesis

Altano Capital focuses on making transformational investments in life-science and healthcare companies with the potential to create significant impact. The firm leverages its founders’ proven track record since 2000 and a rich global network of business partners to identify promising companies and entrepreneurs. Their approach emphasizes both equity capital provision and operational support to help portfolio companies scale, with particular expertise in navigating international expansion.

What Sets Them Apart

Seasoned investor team with 23+ years of experience in healthcare and med-tech investments
Deep operational expertise from previous private equity work at Westlake Partners focused on German mid-market healthcare
Global network with significant presence in Europe, U.S., and China (team members with experience in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and New York)
Hands-on support for international market expansion, particularly to U.S. and China
Mix of buy-out and minority investment strategies tailored to company stage