Cedar Bridge

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2010

AUM

$140 M

Location

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Investment Ticket

$5-10 m

Investment Stage

Series B

Region of investment

Middle East Africa Europe

Investor profile last updated: 22 May, 2026

Profile

CedarBridge is a middle market private equity firm founded in 2011, with headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm was co-founded by Magellan Makhlouf and Imad Ghandour, both serving as Managing Directors. CedarBridge's team includes experienced professionals with backgrounds in investment and operational management, focusing on innovative strategies tailored to the MENA and European markets.

CedarBridge invests in sectors such as healthcare, retail, education, beauty, and food & beverage, with a focus on the MENA region and Europe. The firm typically invests between $1 to $10 million in equity, targeting companies with enterprise values ranging from $2 to $30 million. CedarBridge manages several funds, including CedarBridge High Growth I and II, and is currently fundraising for CedarBridge High Growth III. The firm has over $150 million in assets under management.

Notable investments by CedarBridge include Advanced Laboratory Services - a healthcare provider, Kids First Group - an education service provider, and Dreamworks Spa - a wellness and beauty service. The firm has a track record of successful exits, including companies like Al Shams Laboratories and The Grooming Company.

Industry

Consumer Products Healthcare Services Retail Education Food and Beverage Edtech Financial Services Fintech Foodtech Medical Devices Other Pharmaceuticals MedTech Life Sciences Infrastructure HealthTech

Cedar Bridge Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
CedarBridge High Growth I	Private Equity (PE)	Consumer Products Healthcare Services Retail Education Food and Beverage Edtech Financial Services Fintech Foodtech Medical Devices Other Pharmaceuticals MedTech Life Sciences Infrastructure HealthTech	Series B	Middle East Africa Europe	$1-5 m	—	January 2011
CedarBridge High Growth II	Private Equity (PE)	Consumer Products Healthcare Services Retail Education Food and Beverage Edtech Financial Services Fintech Foodtech Medical Devices Other Pharmaceuticals MedTech Life Sciences Infrastructure HealthTech	Series B	Middle East Africa Europe	$1-5 m	—	January 2015
CedarBridge High Growth III	Private Equity (PE)	Consumer Products Healthcare Services Retail Education Food and Beverage Edtech Financial Services Fintech Foodtech Medical Devices Other Pharmaceuticals MedTech Life Sciences Infrastructure HealthTech	Series B	Middle East Africa Europe	$1-5 m	—	September 2026

Contacts

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Magellan Makhlouf Co-Founder & Managing Director

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Imad Ghandour Co-Founder & Managing Director

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FAQs about Cedar Bridge

Is Cedar Bridge a venture capital or private equity firm?

Cedar Bridge is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, writing tickets of $5-10 m.

Where is Cedar Bridge located?

Cedar Bridge is located in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

When was Cedar Bridge founded?

Cedar Bridge was founded in 2010.

What sectors and industries does Cedar Bridge invest in?

Cedar Bridge invests in companies and startups in Consumer Products, Healthcare Services, Retail, Education, Food and Beverage, Edtech, Financial Services, Fintech, Foodtech, Medical Devices, Other, Pharmaceuticals, MedTech, Life Sciences, Infrastructure, HealthTech.

What is Cedar Bridge geographical focus of investments?

Cedar Bridge invests in companies and startups in Middle East, Africa, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Cedar Bridge typically invest in?

Cedar Bridge invests in companies and startups at Series B.

What is the usual amount of Cedar Bridge investment?

Cedar Bridge usually invests $5-10 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Cedar Bridge?

Cedar Bridge has around $140m assets under management.

What are the contacts of Cedar Bridge?

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