Winning through our unparalleled resources

A knowledge culture

3i's culture is one of sharing information, where good communications are valued, and where looking at a piece of information in a different way is seen as key to harnessing 3i's capability. There is acknowledgement for those who deliver knowledge to others.

Sector strength

Sixty years of investing in a broad range of sectors has provided a wealth of knowledge and considerable experience and relationships. Sector-based marketing is increasingly relevant and 3i has built sector-based communities of investee companies as a powerful source of added value. Our most developed sector teams are in Oil, Gas and Power, in Media and in Healthcare. The benefits which can be derived across business lines and geographies are considerable.

People programmes

3i operates well-established programmes for chairmen, chief executives, chief financial officers and non-executive directors. These are designed to offer participants access to 3i's deal flow and priority consideration for appointments in our portfolio as well as high-quality and experienced peer groups. The programmes also provide 3i with privileged access to high-quality business leaders around the world and across the many sectors in which we invest. Additionally, they provide further knowledge and network benefit and a centre of excellence and best practice to a key driver of investment success - "talent".

The best team for the job

Key to leveraging 3i's scale is our "best team for the job" approach. This applies to projects within 3i as much as to making and managing investments. We achieve this through drawing on the most relevant internal and external resources from across the world.

Combining capabilities

3i's ability to combine the capabilities of highly experienced specialist investors with sector knowledge, and people who can operate skilfully at a local level, is a considerable source of competitive advantage. It also adds significant value to asset management and underpins our ability to source the right team.