Gimv Acquires 5% Stake in Azelis, Strengthening Its Investment Portfolio

Gimv has announced a strategic investment by acquiring a 5% stake in Azelis, a prominent company listed on the BEL 20 index. This investment by Gimv Anchor, a joint venture with WorxInvest, underscores their belief in the specialty chemical and food ingredients distribution market. Azelis stands out as a leader with strong potential for growth and development according to Bart Troubleyn and Floris Van Halder, key figures at Gimv Anchor.

The acquisition aligns with Gimv Anchor's strategy to support European champions. With Gimv Anchor now one of the top five shareholders, the focus will be on backing Azelis's strategic growth plans, including innovation and sustainability efforts. Gimv reports crossing the statutory transparency threshold, with notifications made to Azelis and authorities. An update on Gimv Anchor's activities is expected at Gimv's half-year results presentation on September 3, 2026.