3i Group plc - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
About Us
What is 3i Group?
3i Group plc is a leading international investment company, headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange. We specialise in Private Equity and Infrastructure investments across Northern Europe and North America. Visit 3i.com.
What is 3i’s purpose?
3i’s purpose is to deliver attractive returns through a long-term, responsible approach, investing in and building high-quality businesses that benefit from structural growth trends.
Is 3i a UK company?
3i Group is incorporated in the UK as a public limited company (PLC). Its company number is 01142830 and the registered office is 1 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LX.
Is 3i Group publicly traded?
3i is headquartered in London and have been publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange since 1994
Where does 3i invest?
3i focuses on Northern Europe and North America, supported by offices in London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris, New York and Luxembourg. These markets provide access to leading companies and growth opportunities aligned with our thematic and sector strategies. Visit https://www.3i.com/about-us/at-a-glance/
Where are 3i’s offices?
3i is headquartered in London, with offices in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Paris, New York and Luxembourg. Visit https://www.3i.com/about-us/our-international-presence/
Investments
What sectors does 3i invest in?
3i invests in a range of sectors through its Private Equity and Infrastructure businesses. Within 3i’s Private Equity business, it invests across four core sectors: Consumer & Private Label, Healthcare, Industrial and Services & Software. Its Infrastructure business focuses on core-plus, resilient assets across Northern Europe and North America, including communications, utilities, transport and logistics, social infrastructure and energy. Visit 3i.com/private-equity/sectors.
What is 3i’s thematic investment approach?
3i applies a clearly defined thematic investment framework to guide where and how we invest. This approach focuses on structural trends shaping markets and societies, allowing us to identify resilient businesses positioned for long-term growth. Our key investment themes are: Value-for-money and discount, Energy transition, Energy security and Resource scarcity, Digitalisation, digital transformation and big data and Demographic and social change.
This thematic lens runs through both our Private Equity and Infrastructure activities, helping us source differentiated opportunities aligned with long-term societal and economic shifts
What is 3i’s strategy for sustainable growth and value creation?
3i’s strategy is to generate sustainable long-term growth by investing in high-quality businesses that benefit from structural trends. It creates value through active management, supporting portfolio companies to grow internationally, improve operational performance, and act responsibly. This disciplined approach underpins consistent returns across both Private Equity and Infrastructure. Our objective is to build stronger, more efficient and more resilient businesses that deliver superior returns over time.
How can I contact the investor relations team?
You can reach 3i Group’s Investor Relations team by email at [email protected] or via the Investor Relations section on 3i’s website, where you’ll find contact details, reports and financial updates.
Shareholder information
How do I register as a shareholder?
Shareholders should contact Equiniti Limited, 3i’s Registrar, for all shareholding queries including changes of address, lost certificates or dividend mandates.
You can also manage your shareholding online via Shareview. Visit 3i.com/shareholder-hub
How are dividends paid by 3i?
3i typically pays two dividends per year. An interim dividend in January and a final dividend in July. Details of dividend history, ex-dividend dates and payment methods are available on the Dividends page.
How can I access 3i’s annual reports, results and presentations?
All reports, results and investor presentations are available in the Investor Relations section of 3i’s website. More information can be found at: 3i.com/investor-relations
How can I stay updated on 3i’s portfolio and news?
You can subscribe to 3i’s email alerts or visit the Newsroom for the latest press releases, portfolio developments and case studies.
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Sustainability
What is 3i Group’s approach to sustainability?
Sustainability is embedded in 3i’s investment and operational strategy. 3i aims to build resilient, future-ready businesses and contribute to a low-carbon economy.
Key aspects of our approach include:
- Science-based targets: 3i has committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning its emissions reduction goals with the objectives of the Paris Agreement.
- Net-zero ambition: 3i is reducing its operational (Scope 1 and 2) emissions and engaging with portfolio companies to monitor and cut value-chain (Scope 3) emissions.
- ESG integration: Environmental, social and governance considerations are embedded in 3i’s investment due diligence and portfolio management processes.
- Transparent reporting: 3i discloses sustainability performance annually in its Annual Report.
3i’s commitment to science-based targets and responsible investment ensures that sustainability is not separate from performance - it is integral to how 3i creates long-term value for shareholders and society. More information is available at
3i.com/sustainability
What is 3i’s policy on governance, risk and responsible investment?
3i has a robust governance and risk management framework designed to ensure accountability, transparency and responsible investment. 3i integrates ESG factors into its investment decisions and portfolio management, and reports progress annually through annual reports. More information is available at 3i.com/sustainability.