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Top Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds

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Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds

115

Active Firms

9,144

TTM Deal Inquiries

$4M-$21M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 14%
California 11%
Texas 11%
New York 7%
Illinois 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Committed Capital | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

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Sageview Capital

9 Total Closed Deals
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Sageview Capital LP is an investment firm that has raised over $2 billion in capital across two investment vehicles. We are focused on making growth equity investments in small and mid-sized companies. We aim to invest $10-75 million (larger with co-investment from our partners) in growing companies with established products/technologies and business models. We look to have influential minority ownership positions and are flexible in how investments are structured. We have a 25+ year track record, an experienced investment team, and a long-term approach (target hold of three to five years or…

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  • Oct 2013 Invested in United Capital Financial Partners
  • Apr 2012 Invested in Exaro Energy III LLC
  • Dec 2011 Invested in Envivio
  • May 2011 Invested in GoPro

Bow River Capital

9 Total Closed Deals
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Bow River Capital Partners is a lower middle market private equity investment firm based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2003, Bow River has raised three funds with total capital commitments in excess of $200 million. Investment Criteria: --Revenue of $10-50 million --EBITDA of $2-10 million --Leveraged buyouts/recapitalizations, typically in partnership with management --Control only, no minority investments --Industry focus: o Business Services o Industrial Services o Environmental Services o Healthcare Services o Engineering Companies o Niche Manufacturing o Water and Water Resources…

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  • May 2015 Acquired Strong-Bridge Consulting, LLC
  • Dec 2013 Acquired Lifecare Innovations, Inc.
  • May 2013 Acquired Ely & Associates
  • Feb 2013 Acquired Kobelt Manufacturing Ltd.

Zabel Companies, LLC

8 Total Closed Deals
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Zabel Companies ("Zabel") is a private investment firm dedicated to partnering with management teams to invest in and build private companies over the long-term (5 to 15 years). Whether through a buyout, recapitalization or injection of growth capital, Zabel's strategy is to work closely with management to steadily grow businesses and to build value for all parties involved.Zabel does not limit its activity by industry or geography, but rather focuses on the fit with management and the opportunities to grow a business.The Zabel team has a hands-on and collaborative style built through years…

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  • Apr 2022 Acquired Frame It Easy
  • Dec 2020 Acquired New Market Waste
  • Jul 2020 Acquired Medical Packaging Inc.
  • Apr 2019 Acquired Bedford Precision Parts

Tuckerman Capital

7 Total Closed Deals
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Tuckerman Capital is a private investment firm that works with Deal Partners (experienced executives and Independent Sponsors) to invest in and build exceptional small companies that deliver innovative solutions for the long-term with enterprise values typically ranging from $10 million to $75 million.

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  • Oct 2010 Acquired Promo Seeds, Ltd.
  • Oct 2010 Acquired Shield Pack, LLC
  • Oct 2010 Acquired Solidscape, Inc.
  • Oct 2010 Acquired Wohler Technologies, Inc.

Berenson Capital

7 Total Closed Deals
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Berenson Capital is a sector-focused private equity firm investing in Software & Tech-Enabled Services businesses with a minimum of $5 million of annual revenues.

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  • Aug 2023 Acquired Device42 Inc.
  • Aug 2023 Acquired TI Health
  • Aug 2023 Acquired StratEx
  • Jun 2021 Acquired Practice Insight

Red Arts Capital

6 Total Closed Deals
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We invest in companies across the supply chain, ranging from logistics to value-added manufacturing to business services. Our experienced investment team and our advisory group of industry leaders and operators have built a strategic approach that prioritizes sophisticated analysis, deep sector knowledge, and thoughtful collaboration with our portfolio management teams, our investors, and the wider investment community.

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  • Sep 2025 Acquired Belpak
  • Mar 2025 Acquired Freshway
  • Dec 2024 Acquired KKSP
  • Oct 2022 Acquired Flex Logistics

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Alpine Investors

5 Total Closed Deals
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Alpine Investors is a people-driven private equity firm specializing in investing in software and services businesses. They focus on majority buyouts and corporate carve-outs, particularly targeting companies with recurring revenue models that are undergoing transitions and scaling. Alpine Investors is committed to building enduring businesses by inspiring growth in people and creating exceptional workplaces. Their investment strategy includes hiring executives to drive business transformation, and they have developed platforms like the Alpine Software Group to buy, build, and operate…

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  • May 2022 Acquired DRMP
  • Apr 2022 Acquired AirDNA
  • Jan 2021 Acquired Cedar Solutions Group
  • Nov 2020 Acquired Astra Service Partners

Acasta Capital

3 Total Closed Deals
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Acasta Capital is a boutique merchant bank and advisory firm formed to bring together individuals with unique experiences and track records to create greater value for clients and partners based on inventive and do-able ideas. Being free of the conflicts and limitations too common in the advisory sector, our business model is founded on the principle of aligned interests with clients and partners. We provide advice on transformational change, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructurings, capital structure, investor activism and strategy.

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  • Jan 2017 Acquired Stellwagen Group
  • Jan 2017 Acquired Jempak
  • Jan 2017 Acquired Apollo

Sciens Water Opportunities Management, LLC

1 Total Closed Deal
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Sciens Capital is a private equity firm founded in 1994 that has made over $3.0bn of investments in private equity and real assets.Sciens Water Opportunities Management LLC is the investment advisor to the Sciens Water Opportunities Funds, which have been established to invest exclusively in the North American water and wastewater sector.Sciens' investors include financial institutions, pension funds, private banks, foundations, endowments, family offices and high net worth individuals.

Recent Transactions

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  • Nov 2018 Acquired Central States Water Resources

Rockline Equity

1 Total Closed Deal
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We founded Rockline Equity specifically to build and invest in profitable companies. Our team has completed more than a dozen transactions throughout the Southwest. We pride ourselves in the quality of our joint-venture partnerships with management teams and owners to deliver results for our companies and investors.

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  • Oct 2019 Acquired Cole Mechanical, LLC

Emuseni Global

1 Total Closed Deal
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We develop partnerships across geographies, markets, individuals, companies, developed and underdeveloped countries. We promote partnerships through geographic involvement to make partnerships succeed.

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  • Jan 2004 Advised computer sciences corporation SA on an investment from CSC

Agstein Advisory

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AGSTEIN ADVISORY, operating under Agstein Development GmbH, is a business advisory firm based in Germany. The company specializes in delivering fully funded business projects and assisting clients in raising substantial capital, up to €250 million, without incurring debt, loans, or liabilities. AGSTEIN ADVISORY focuses on upgrading the business and financial capabilities of CEOs, offering solutions that remove significant business barriers. Their services are designed to enhance business operations and financial strategies, ensuring growth and sustainability for their clients.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Braes Capital

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Braes Capital is a private investment firm based in Houston, Texas. Braes Capital looks to invest in and partner with extraordinary management teams.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Altisis Capital Advisory

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Altistis Capital Advisory Ltd provides structured capital solutions for SMEs, infrastructure, and commodities projects. We connect businesses with private lenders, DFIs, and investors for scalable, revenue-backed opportunities globally.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Hilco Global

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Hilco Global is an independent financial services company and the world's preeminent authority on helping businesses maximize the value of their assets. Hilco Global is considered a world class company, having earned this reputation after decades of providing creative solutions for both healthy and distressed businesses to yield the maximum value for every client. Hilco Global often provides investment capital, demonstrating an ability and willingness to share risk and reward. Today, Hilco Global has over 500 employees within a portfolio of twenty companies on 5 continents, all of which focus…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

LEGCO STRATEGIES

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I am a results-driven Financial Consultant with experience in providing strategic financial advisory services to businesses and institutions. I specialize in financial analysis, investment advisory, risk management, and optimizing financial operations to support sustainable growth.I work closely with clients to evaluate financial performance, structure transactions, and implement efficient financial systems, including payment infrastructure and digital finance solutions. My approach combines analytical insight with practical execution to deliver measurable value.Key areas of expertise…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

CAPCO

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Our company focuses on identifying and investing in promising businesses with strong growth potential. We work with entrepreneurs and advisors to support companies that are looking for strategic investment, partnerships, or acquisition opportunities.Our investment criteria typically include established businesses with solid financial performance, scalable models, and strong management teams. We are particularly interested in opportunities that offer long-term value creation and sustainable growth.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Ellsworth Partners

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Ellsworth Partners, LLC ("EP") is a private equity group run by operators/entrepreneurs who seek to invest in and build leading companies for long-term value. As management partners, we focus on competitive advantage development, operational efficiency creation, and long-term corporate development in a stakeholder-friendly environment while driving growth and profitability. Our philosophy is to build great companies by partnering with management and investing to solve problems and to pro-actively create/execute on market opportunities. EP has a proven record of building good companies that…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Sequoia Funding

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Sequoia Funding is a business lender that provides fast, flexible working capital to entrepreneurs. It operates without the traditional banking bureaucracy. The company focuses on supporting ambitious business owners. Sequoia Funding primarily invests in early-stage technology and healthcare startups. They focus on innovative, growth-oriented companies. Their investments aim for significant long-term returns.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Altistis Capital Advisory

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I focus on sourcing and partnering with strong portfolio companies that demonstrate solid financial performance and growth potential. My investment criteria target businesses with annual revenue of up to $250M and EBITDA of up to $100M.Through my portfolio, I aim to identify companies with scalable operations, strong management teams, and sustainable market positions. I actively source opportunities that align with strategic growth, operational improvement, and long-term value creation for investors and stakeholders.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Private Equity Funds in this directory ordered?

Firms in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

What information is included in each Private Equity Fund profile?

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

What company sizes are most common for Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds?

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds is $4M-$21M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$4M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

How important is Energy & Utilities experience when evaluating Private Equity Funds?

Relevant Energy & Utilities experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 115 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Energy & Utilities.

Do all Private Equity Funds in this directory focus exclusively on Energy & Utilities?

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Energy & Utilities, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

How do I compare Private Equity Funds with experience in Energy & Utilities?

When comparing Private Equity Funds with experience in Energy & Utilities, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 115 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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