About Us

Rooted in experience.
Driven by purpose.

Colesco was founded to bridge the gap between institutional capital and the businesses driving real economic and social progress.

Spun out of Rabobank, we combine decades of credit investing expertise with a differentiated sustainable investment approach, one that prioritises flexibility, transparency and impact.

2020

Management spins out of Rabobank to form Colesco Capital

Following years of experience in credit investing within Rabobank, a team of senior professionals initiated a spin-out to establish Colesco Capital as an independent direct lending platform. While backed by Rabobank, Colesco operates with its own management and investment committee, combining institutional support with an innovative drive.

2021

Strategic Planning and Market Validation

The founding team began shaping Colesco’s product development ambitions, outlining the vision for a sustainability-focused direct lending platform. Final management board approvals were secured, and extensive client research was conducted.

2022

Colesco brand Established & Operational Foundations laid

The Colesco Capital brand was officially registered, marking the start of preparations for launch. During this phase, the founding team focused on building the operational infrastructure, securing regulatory approvals, and defining the firm’s investment strategy and sustainability framework.

2023

Launch Of Colesco Capital

Colesco Capital was established in the Netherlands as a sustainability-focused direct lending platform. Backed by Rabobank, the firm was created to provide tailored capital solutions to European mid-market companies.

2024

First Investments and Platform Close

Colesco began deploying capital to companies aligned with its sustainable investment strategy. Colesco also achieved a major milestone by raising over EUR 800mln in its first platform close. Cornerstone investors included APG and Rabobank.

2025

B CorpTM Certified, New Office in London and Brand Refresh

With continued growth, Colesco opened a new London office, became a Certified B Corporation and unveiled a refreshed brand identity.

2026

Colesco expands its responsible investment capabilities with the Colesco Circular & Climate Credit Impact Fund (C⁴IF)

Colesco takes over the management of an Article 9 impact credit strategy that finances the scaling of circular businesses supporting the climate transition.

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Our vision for impact

At Colesco, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. Each investment is assessed not only for financial performance but for its contribution to long-term environmental and social outcomes. Our strategy is aligned with global frameworks, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and we actively partner with leading ESG and impact organisations to ensure transparency, accountability and measurable progress.

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Our investment philosophy

At Colesco, our philosophy is grounded in clarity, consistency, and conviction. We invest with purpose, guided by a belief that strong partnerships and sustainable outcomes go hand in hand. We do what we promise, and we practice what we preach.

As a Certified B Corporation, we’re proud to be part of a community of companies working together for change, and taking part in collective action to advocate for a shared goal of a global economy that benefits people and the planet.

What drives us

Passion

Realising sustainable growth gets us going

Performance

We deliver on our promises – and beyond

Purpose

Intrinsically motivated to deliver positive societal impact

What to expect

Commercial

We create value together with our clients

Constructive

Our expertise matches our initiative to find solutions for our clients

Consistent

We strive to exceed our clients’ expectations

Discover our unique approach

Our strategy is built around a single, powerful idea: private credit can be both high-performing and high-impact. We focus on scalable, sustainable themes, backed by deep market insight and a disciplined investment process. From climate transition to inclusive innovation, our approach is designed to unlock long-term value for investors and borrowers alike.

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