American Industrial Partners
Private equityNew York Β· 2 people tracked
Also known as AIP, LLC
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Investment thesis
AIP invests in industrial businesses that are mission-critical to the industrial economy, targeting companies in basic-needs industries with leading market positions, valuable hard assets, and sustainable competitive advantages. As a transformational investor, the firm applies an operator- and engineer-driven operating agenda to grow earnings and build enduring market leaders. It emphasizes operational rigor, teamwork, and long-term value creation, seeking companies with compelling potential for strategic value across the industrial economy.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 15, 2026.
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What they invest in
from 10 of 27 portfolio companiesAdvanced Manufacturing Γ9Hardware Γ6New Materials Γ4Construction Tech Γ3Energy Γ3AgTech Γ2Enterprise Software Γ2Circular Economy Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ9AustraliaΓ1UruguayΓ1
Investments Β· 27 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2023 Β· 12017 Β· 12015 Β· 13 dated
Aker QRILL Company is a krill harvesting company that develops and delivers krill-based ingredients for aquaculture, animal feed, and nutraceutical applications.
AgTechClimate TechFoodTechNew MaterialsMontevideo, UY
Sylvia Kirkenes(Chief Human Resources Officer)inPΓ₯l Skogrand(Chief Policy Officer)inFrank Grebstad(Chief Operations Officer)in
Austin Powder manufactures initiation systems and explosives products for industrial blasting operations, serving customers in mining, construction, and related industries globally.
Advanced ManufacturingConstruction TechEnergyNew MaterialsAustin, US
John D. Rathbunin
Ascent Aerospace manufactures production tooling, automated assembly systems, and mold equipment for the aerospace and defense industry, serving commercial aircraft manufacturers, defense contractors, and space companies.
Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechHardwareSpace TechMacomb, US
South Jordan, US
Kent Hoots(Executive Officer)Alan Sides(Executive Officer)Richard O'Brien(Executive Officer, Director)Fabrizio Rasetti(Executive Officer)Jeffrey Olsen(Executive Officer)Brad Baker(Executive Officer)
Brock Group provides general mechanical, soft-craft, and safety services for industrial and commercial construction, maintenance, and turnaround projects across the U.S. and Canada.
Advanced ManufacturingConstruction TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareHouston, US
Jason Perri(Director)Randall Swift(Director)Krystal Hunter(Executive Officer)John Becker(Director)inRichard Dennis(Director)Jon Grant(Executive Officer)
Brooks Instrument manufactures precision measurement and control instruments for gas and liquid applications.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareIoTSemiconductorsHatfield, US
CR Powered by Epiroc engineers mining equipment and technology solutions that integrate hardware and software to improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in mining operations.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechCleantechConstruction TechData & InfrastructureHardwareQueensland, AU
Paul Scutt(CEO)in
Form Technologies is a corporate parent holding three precision component manufacturers: Dynacast (die casting), Signicast (investment casting), and OptiMIM (metal injection molding).
Advanced ManufacturingEnterprise SoftwareHardwareNew Materials
Co-investorsAres
GD Energy Products manufactures equipment and provides services for the energy sector, with a heritage dating back to 1859 as Gardner & Robertson.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyEnergyHardware
The Pittsburgh Paints Company manufactures interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants for homeowners and professionals.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerNew MaterialsPittsburgh, US
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details β typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Addman EngineeringAhf ProductsAttindas Hygiene PartnersCanamCommonwealth Rolled ProductsCrestview AerospaceCurrentElementElement 13EnvivaNorthwest HardwoodsThe Carlstar GroupTrewV2XVeoneer
Fund performance Β· per public LP disclosures Β· 6
as of Jun 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Industrial Partners Capital Fund VIII, L.P.LPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, Michigan Municipal Employees' Retirement System, Florida State Board of Administration +1 more | 2024 | β | β | 1.07x | 0.04x |
| American Industrial Partners Fund VIIILPs: New Jersey Division of Investment, Orange County Employees Retirement System | 2023 | β | β | 1.20x | 0.05x |
| American Industrial Partners Capital Fund VII LPLPs: Florida State Board of Administration, University of Texas Investment Management Company | 2019 | β | 22.2% | 1.71x | 0.44x |
| American Industrial Partners Capital Fund VI LPLPs: Florida State Board of Administration, University of Texas Investment Management Company | 2016 | β | 20.6% | 2.45x | 1.47x |
| American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IILPs: Orange County Employees Retirement System, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation | 1995 | β | -11.6% | 0.70x | 0.73x |
| American Industrial Partners Capital Fund ILPs: Orange County Employees Retirement System | 1991 | β | 13.7% | 1.70x | 1.70x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has American Industrial Partners made?
- American Industrial Partners has 26 tracked investments.
- What sectors does American Industrial Partners focus on?
- American Industrial Partners focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Defense Tech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Medical Devices, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials.
- Where is American Industrial Partners located?
- American Industrial Partners is headquartered in New York, US.
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