Press release
Ashmore Colombia has acquired a majority stake in Atica Group, the leading waste management services company in Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia, 30 August 2024
Ashmore Group plc announces that its subsidiary, Ashmore Management Company Colombia (“Ashmore Colombia), has acquired a majority stake in Atica Group (“Atica”), via its third private equity fund in Latin America, Fondo Ashmore Andino III – FCP and Ashmore Andean Fund III, LP. Atica is a strategic waste and water management services provider with operations across Colombia, Peru, Guatemala and Dominican Republic, and has been recognized as a leader in waste management, water treatment and environmental consulting for more than 30 years. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
This transaction reinforces Ashmore Colombia’s commitment to climate-focused investments. Ashmore Colombia looks forward to collaborating closely with Atica's management team and employees to support the company’s growth and the development of water, waste and environmental services in Colombia.
About Atica Group
Atica is a waste management services provider that specialises in industrial, healthcare and energy waste management. Currently it manages more than 1.2 million tons of waste, residues and recyclable materials per year. The company also constructs and operates water treatment and energy plants and has been a pioneer in environmental management for companies, helping them to reduce and offset their environmental impact through the proper management of water and waste. Atica is committed to providing sustainable and innovative solutions to its clients, underpinned by its constant research, development and technology.
About Ashmore Colombia
Ashmore Colombia is a private equity manager founded in 2009 with offices in Bogota and Lima, investing across Colombia, Peru and selectively in Central America. Ashmore Colombia benefits from one of the largest teams on-the-ground, which has transacted across the region since the 1980s building an extensive network. Ashmore Colombia is part of Ashmore Group plc, a specialist Emerging Markets investment manager.