ATP Private Equity Partners

ATP Private Equity Partners operates as the autonomous private equity division of Denmark's national pension fund, ATP, since its establishment in 2001. Evolving into one of Europe's premier institutional investors in the private equity space, the firm strategically targets investment opportunities across European and North American markets. With over two decades of operational experience, ATP PEP has built a reputation for sophisticated fund selection and portfolio management, leveraging its deep understanding of market dynamics and long-term investment horizons typical of pension-backed investment entities.

The organization is powered by an expert team of 14 investment professionals whose collective industry experience exceeds 160 years, with investment partners averaging 17 years in the field. This depth of expertise enables ATP PEP to navigate complex market conditions and identify promising investment opportunities across various sectors and geographies. The team operates through Private Equity Advisors Aps, their management company, which oversees an impressive portfolio exceeding €10 billion distributed across eight distinct funds developed over their operational history.

ATP PEP's investment vehicle lineup includes a progressive series of funds (ATP PEP I through VII) plus their ATP PE fund, each building upon the success and lessons of previous iterations. Their most recent fund, ATP PEP VII, launched in 2020 with a substantial €800 million commitment from ATP as its exclusive limited partner. This fund continues the firm's established strategy of making thoughtful fund commitments while also pursuing selective co-investment opportunities that align with their risk-adjusted return objectives and portfolio diversification goals.

As a pension-backed investor, ATP PEP maintains a disciplined approach focused on long-term value creation rather than short-term gains. Their investment philosophy typically balances exposure across venture capital, growth equity, buyouts, and special situations, allowing them to optimize returns throughout market cycles. The firm's consistent performance has established it as a preferred partner for top-tier fund managers seeking institutional capital, while their co-investment capability provides them direct exposure to promising companies alongside their general partners. This balanced approach to private equity investing has helped ATP PEP deliver meaningful contributions to the overall performance of Denmark's national pension assets.