Firm at a glance
Inter-Risco is a platform private equity firm headquartered in Cascais, Portugal, with approximately €256.5 million in capital and assets under management, per its own website [S1].
What they buy
Inter-Risco’s portfolio demonstrates a diversified approach across Portuguese middle-market businesses, with observable concentrations in education, agribusiness, and business services [S1]. The firm has completed multiple acquisitions in the education sector during 2024, including three separate school investments within a two-month window [S1]. Portfolio holdings span sectors including healthcare, logistics, automotive services, facility management, tourism, and telecommunications, suggesting the firm targets established service and industrial businesses in Portugal [S1].
Portfolio
Agribusiness
Aquaterra (acquired September 2025) and Veracruz (acquired March 2025) [S1].
Education
Colégio Oceanus (acquired June 2024), João Paulo II (acquired July 2024), and Tickles International School (acquired June 2024) [S1].
Healthcare and Veterinary
32 Senses Dental and Onevet Group [S1].
Automotive Services
Express Glass (auto glass repair and replacement) and Master Test (auto-inspection centres) [S1].
Business Services
Moneris Group (business process outsourcing), Serlima (facility management services), and Sotkon (waste management) [S1].
Logistics and Industrial
Cold Land (cold chain logistics), Mecwide (specialized engineering services), and Catari (scaffolding production and sales) [S1].
Technology and Telecommunications
Chipidea (semiconductors) and Atis Group (telecommunication, acquired May 2025) [S1].
Hospitality and Consumer
Douro Azul (tourism), Just Stay Hotels (limited-service hospitality), New Coffee (coffee roasting and trading), and ENC Energy (energy services) [S1].
Recent activity (last 24 months)
* September 2025: Acquired Aquaterra (agribusiness) [S1]
* May 2025: Acquired Atis Group (telecommunication) [S1]
* March 2025: Acquired Veracruz (agribusiness) [S1]
* August 2024: Closed Fundo Alqueva and Fundo Audere funds [S1]
* July 2024: Acquired Colégio João Paulo II (education) [S1]
* June 2024: Acquired Tickles International School and Colégio Oceanus (both education) [S1]
How this firm fits a seller
Inter-Risco appears to target established Portuguese businesses across multiple sectors, with particular activity in education and agribusiness during 2024 and 2025 [S1]. The firm maintains offices in both Cascais and Porto, suggesting geographic coverage across Portugal [S1]. The portfolio composition indicates a preference for service-oriented and industrial businesses with recurring revenue characteristics, though the firm’s sector focus appears opportunistic rather than narrowly specialized [S1]. Sellers in business services, education, healthcare, or logistics sectors with Portuguese operations may find sector precedent in the existing portfolio [S1].
Sources
[S1] https://inter-risco.pt (as of 2025-01-15)
Frequently asked questions
Does Inter-Risco buy education businesses?
Yes, education represents a documented focus area for Inter-Risco, with three separate school acquisitions completed during June and July 2024: Colégio Oceanus, Tickles International School, and João Paulo II [S1]. The firm’s portfolio includes multiple education platforms, suggesting continued interest in the sector [S1].
What companies has Inter-Risco acquired recently?
Inter-Risco’s most recent acquisitions include Aquaterra in the agribusiness sector (September 2025), Atis Group in telecommunications (May 2025), and Veracruz in agribusiness (March 2025) [S1]. The firm also completed three education sector acquisitions during mid-2024 [S1].
Where is Inter-Risco based and how big is the firm?
Inter-Risco is headquartered in Cascais, Portugal, with an additional office in Porto, and reports approximately €256.5 million in capital and assets under management as of January 2025 [S1].
Is Inter-Risco still actively acquiring?
Yes, Inter-Risco completed its most recent acquisition in September 2025 (Aquaterra) and has executed five acquisitions since March 2024, indicating active deal flow [S1]. The firm also closed two funds in August 2024, suggesting ongoing investment capacity [S1].
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