About Penford
Investments GmbH
A Swiss foundation for long-term value creation through disciplined investment and active partnership
Where we started
Our earliest mandates centered on income-producing property and high-quality locations, where hands-on asset management could unlock better cash flows and resilience through cycles. As our capabilities expanded, we added energy transition projects—beginning with distributed solar—followed by select gas infrastructure where modernization, safety, and efficiency matter to communities and investors alike. Each step reflected the same approach: rigorous diligence, prudent structuring, and clear accountability.
How we work today
We evaluate opportunities bottom-up, test scenarios, and size positions with a margin of safety. Execution is active: KPI tracking, cost discipline, and transparent reporting. We prefer aligned partnerships with founders, developers, and operators who value clarity and long-term compounding over headline noise. Our role blends capital with operating guidance—board-level support, access to specialist advisors, and playbooks that shorten the distance from plan to performance.
Leadership
Penford is led by Christopher Deans (Managing Director / Valuation Director), whose experience spans capital markets, real assets, and governance. Christopher champions a compliance-first culture and a measured, repeatable process—ensuring every commitment is driven by fundamentals, documented assumptions, and realistic pathways to value creation.
What we stand for
Disciplined Approach
Rigorous analysis, prudent structuring, and clear accountability in every investment decision.
Aligned Partnerships
Collaborative relationships with founders and operators who share our long-term vision.
Active Management
Hands-on approach with KPI tracking, cost discipline, and transparent reporting.
Long-term Focus
Building sustainable value through cycles with patience and strategic thinking.
Our Investment Journey
Foundation & Property Focus
Started with income-producing property and high-quality locations, focusing on hands-on asset management.
Energy Transition
Expanded into energy transition projects, beginning with distributed solar installations.
Infrastructure & Integration
Developed expertise in critical infrastructure with focus on sustainable modernization and community impact.
Company Information
Headquarters
Zurich 8004,Denzlerstrasse 38
Founded
2005
Focus Areas
Real Estate, Energy Transition, Infrastructure
Our Legacy
From humble beginnings to becoming Switzerland's most trusted investment partner
Founded on Swiss Principles
Established in 2005 with a clear vision: to combine traditional Swiss financial prudence with innovative investment strategies that create lasting value for our clients and communities.
Our founders, seasoned professionals from Switzerland's leading financial institutions, recognized the opportunity to create a new paradigm in wealth management—one that prioritizes long-term sustainability over short-term gains.
Evolution of Excellence
Over nearly two decades, we've evolved from a boutique investment firm to a comprehensive wealth management partner, consistently outperforming market benchmarks while maintaining our commitment to ethical investing.
Today, we manage over CHF 1.2 billion in assets across diverse sectors, from premium Swiss real estate to cutting-edge renewable energy projects, always guided by our core values of transparency, innovation, and sustainable growth.
Leadership Excellence
Meet the visionary minds behind Switzerland's most innovative investment strategies
Executive Leadership
Our C-suite executives bring over 300 combined years of experience from Switzerland's top financial institutions.
Academic Excellence
PhD economists and certified financial analysts from world's leading universities and institutions.
Swiss Certification
Every team member holds the highest Swiss financial certifications and regulatory compliance standards.