A journey of growth, vision, and lasting partnerships.

2011

Marc Bartomeus launches ARIOL CAPITAL, the first Search Fund established in Spain and Continental Europe.

2014

ARIOL CAPITAL acquires REPLI, marking the beginning of Marc’s career as CEO.

2018

Marc and Jose-Maria initiated a partnership project named ALBIRA INVESTMENTS, aimed at investing in Searchers and operating companies. By 2022, they had built a portfolio comprising 13 companies.

2020

REPLI was acquired by Berlin Packaging. Following the acquisition, Marc Bartomeus continued to serve as Managing Director until 2022.

2022

Marc Bartomeus, Mireia Clotet, and Jose-Maria Clotet join forces in a new initiative under PROMAX CAPITAL INVESTMENTS SCR-PYME, S.A.

2024

Marc and Jose-Maria, first through ALBIRA and later through PROMAX, have built a diversified portfolio with investments in more than 40 companies, achieving 4 exits to date.