Aquasourça

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Investor type

PE

Founded

2003

AUM

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Location

Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe
Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

Aquasourça is a family-owned private equity firm based in Lyon, France, founded by Sophie Defforey in 2003. The firm emerged from a unique entrepreneurial opportunity in the water sector, which inspired its name. With a team of 12 people, including 4 partners, Aquasourça focuses on capital investment and real estate, operating with permanent capital. They emphasize building mutual trust with the companies and entrepreneurs they support, aiming to aid in the development and growth of businesses through a comprehensive financial and operational partnership.

Aquasourça invests in a diverse range of industries with a particular focus on the agro-food sector. Their investment strategy includes both a sector-specific approach and a generalist approach exploring various sectors within industry and services. The firm primarily invests in small-cap companies in France and Spain, providing tailored support to foster growth. Their real estate branch engages in value-add promotion and core asset management primarily in France and Europe.

Notable investments in Aquasourça's portfolio include GL events - event management, Eurotab - tablet manufacturing, Biom'Up - medical devices, Saica Group - paper and packaging, and Brique House - craft beer. These investments reflect their commitment to long-term growth and success, offering significant operational support to their portfolio companies.

Industry

Agriculture Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Consumer Services (B2C) Industrial Real Estate WaterTech Food and Beverage Digital Financial Services

Contacts

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Michel Abattu Team Member
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Sophie Defforey Crepet President & Chairman of the Board of Directors
President & Chairman of the Board of Directors
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FAQs about Aquasourça

Aquasourça is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Aquasourça is located in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
Aquasourça was founded in 2003.
Aquasourça invests in companies and startups in Agriculture, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), Industrial, Real Estate, WaterTech, Food and Beverage, Digital, Financial Services.
Aquasourça invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
Aquasourça invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
Aquasourça usually invests $10-50 m on average.
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