INVESTMENTS

A Disciplined investment Approach to Long-Term Value Creation

Rockwood invests in established South African industrial businesses with strong foundations and proven leadership. We take a hands-on approach - partnering with management teams to drive operational excellence and enduring returns.

Our portfolio spans decades of disciplined investment, from landmark exits to a growing range of current industrial holdings shaping Southern Africa's economic landscape.

Strong businesses need more than capital. They need partners.

ANDREW DEWARMANAGING PARTNER

Our Current Investment Portfolio

A focused collection of high-performing industrial businesses, each chosen for their market leadership, operational strength, and long-term growth potential.

Bravo Sleep, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Bravo Sleep

Bedding & Mattress Manufacturer

Acquired 2008
South Africa
5 facilities
997 employees

South Africa's leading manufacturer of beds and mattresses, operating from five production facilities nationwide.

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Bravo Lounge, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Bravo Lounge

Lounge & Upholstery Manufacturer

Acquired 2008
South Africa
2 facilities
1,137 employees

A leading South African manufacturer of lounge and upholstered furniture, supplying retailers across local and export markets.

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Rockwood Leasing, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Rockwood Leasing

Leasing & Management

Acquired 2025
Netherlands & UK
3 branches
2 in house

A tank and container leasing management company affiliated with Welfit Oddy.

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Prominent Paints, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Prominent Paints

Paint Manufacturer & Retailer

Acquired 2022
South Africa
20 facilities
207 employees

A leading South African architectural brand which specialises in paint manufacturing and retail.

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Nouwens Carpets, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Nouwens Carpets

Carpet & Rug Manufacturer

Acquired 2022
South Africa
1 facility
71 employees

One of South Africa's oldest and most established carpet and rug manufacturers, founded in 1962.

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Welfit Oddy, Rockwood Private Equity portfolio company South Africa

Welfit Oddy

ISO Tank Container Manufacturer

Acquired 2025
Global
1 Facility
197 employees

A globally recognised manufacturer of ISO tank containers, exporting to markets across the world.

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Safripol, former Rockwood Private Equity investment South Africa

Safripol

Plastic Manufacturing

Sold: 2016
South Africa
EV: R4.1 Billion

The leading South African polymer producer and marketer that manufactures plastic resins.

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Tsebo Solutions Group, former Rockwood Private Equity investment South Africa

Tsebo Solutions Group

Corporate Services

Sold: 2016
Africa & ME
EV: R5.25 Billion

Leading pan-African integrated facilities management provider that delivers security, cleaning, catering, energy, and hygiene solutions.

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Kwikspace, former Rockwood Private Equity investment South Africa

Kwikspace

Modular Building Rentals & Manufacturing

Sold: 2021
South Africa
EV: R3.2 Billion

Africa's largest manufacturer and supplier of prefabricated modular buildings and park homes.

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EnviroServ, former Rockwood Private Equity investment South Africa

EnviroServ

Waste Management

Sold: 2022
South Africa
EV: R5.35 Billion

Africa's leading provider of end-to-end waste management and environmental solutions, specialising in e-waste recycling and safe disposal.

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