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As a leading investment platform for institutional investors focused on real estate, debt, and infrastructure in the private sector, we have the knowledge and tools to help you achieve your investment goals. Our innovative approach gives us the ability to cover every aspect of the value chain, from sourcing and underwriting investments to managing assets and executing the exit strategy.

Alternative Investments​

We draw on our expertise to support institutional investors such as insurance companies, pension funds, and family offices, promoting financial security and, in some instances, social prosperity through our outstanding investment strategies. This dual approach benefits our clients and communities in our target markets. 

ESG Integration

Empira’s clients include institutional investors who integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their investment process. For many of them, promoting sustainability and bringing positive change through responsible investing is a key component of their investment strategy.

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A Journey Fueled by Expertise, Determination and Vision 

Dreams Can Come True

Founded in Zug, Switzerland in 2014 to facilitate innovative and high-returning investment solutions, Empira has quickly established itself as a leading investment manager, delivering unwavering quantitative and qualitative growth. In its mission to revolutionize the industry with innovative solutions, Empira has expanded its reach by diversifying into infrastructure investment.  

2014
2014

Founding Of The Empira Group

Empira has experienced rapid growth since its founding in 2014 by Chairman of the Board of Directors and sole owner Lahcen Knapp. 
2015
2015

First Fund and Expansion 

Empira opens its headquarters in Zug and launches its first fund specializing in mezzanine financing for residential real estate. Shortly thereafter, it expands to Germany, opening a Leipzig office and establishing an Asset Management and M&A division. 
2016
2016

Portfolio Expansion

Empira launches its second mezzanine fund, focused on office and residential real estate in Germany. Concurrently, the company begins acquiring and managing residential property portfolios. 
2017
2017

New Horizons

Empira launches its third fund, a whole loan fund for commercial and residential real estate, and opens its first sales office in Frankfurt. It also introduces a bond vehicle geared toward German residential real estate. 
2018
2018

Evolution

Empira forms a joint venture fund for commercial and residential real estate projects, acquires the engineering firm igb, opens an office in Munich, establishes a real estate development department, and launches its own AIFMD-compliant licensed asset manager. 
2019
2019

Major Cities Growth 

Empira launches a residential real estate fund focused on developing and managing properties in Germany's seven largest cities. The company opens an office in Berlin and acquires properties and projects worth over EUR 1 billion. 
2020
2020

Global Opportunities

Empira launches a global opportunities fund focused on Germany and the U.S., expanding its team to over 100 seasoned professionals. 
2021
2021

Significant Milestones

Empira achieves several notable successes, including the creation of a German real estate development and investment fund, the launch of the exclusive micro-living brand SAVVY, the hiring of Marcus Bartenstein as CEO, who brings extensive real estate and finance experience, and the growth of its team to 150 employees. 
2022
2022

Increased Global Growth

Empira achieves continued growth, launching the Empira Real Estate Finance Fund 6 and Empira Residential Invest U.S. Fund. It acquires its first project in Miami, where it set up a local team. It also opens sales offices in London and Stockholm and grows its team to 200 employees. 
2023
2023

On a Path to Continued Success 

Empira further expands its global portfolio, adding a Financial Services division, moving into a new headquarters in Zug, opening offices in Miami, Hamburg, Cologne, and Dubai, acquiring properties in Miami, Dallas, and other U.S. locations, and growing its team to 250 employees. The firm’s transaction volume reaches EUR 9 billion. 
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