French private equity firm Eurazeo has successfully achieved a €175 million ($209 million) first closing for its Eurazeo Sustainable Maritime Infrastructure II (ESMI II) fund. This amount exceeds the initial target of €125 million and is nearing half of the fund’s ultimate goal of €400 million. Launched in December 2025, ESMI II focuses on providing senior secured, asset-based financing to small and mid-sized shipowners and maritime stakeholders across Europe. The fund aims to support sectors such as marine transport, offshore renewables, and port infrastructure that utilize advanced sustainable technologies.
The fund has quickly moved toward deployment, financing two eco-friendly vessels for Dutch owner Longship within just six weeks of its launch. This rapid progress highlights both a robust pipeline and a strong investor interest in climate-aligned shipping assets. ESMI II builds on the success of its predecessor, ESMI I, which was aligned with Article 9, and seeks to deliver measurable environmental benefits alongside consistent long-term financial returns. The fund aims to assist approximately 20 to 30 European operators and stakeholders.
Guillaume Branco, managing director of asset-based finance at Eurazeo, stated that ESMI II aims to leverage the success of the first fund while providing tailored financing solutions to European maritime stakeholders facing significant funding demands. He emphasized that this initial closing showcases Eurazeo’s ability to merge financial discipline with expertise in technology and sustainability.
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