Investing with integrity to transform potential into reality.
Originally launched to manage the funding of our own development projects, igloo IM is an impact-led investment management business that supports both sustainable development projects and urban regeneration funds.
Through our Footprint® approach to regenerative development, we create value for Communities and investors, delivering transformative social, environmental, and economic impact.
With a successful and sustainable track record across Lancashire and Merseyside, over the last decade, we’ve worked with our partners to support exciting regenerative developments
Through our flexible funding solutions, we’ve committed £100m+ across 15 different loans, supporting:
of commercial development which couldn’t source finance in the traditional lending market
of quality new employment floorspace and the regeneration of 50 acres of brownfield land, which the market would not otherwise have provided
of private equity invested in the region
The creation (or safeguarding) of 4,000 new jobs
At igloo Investment Management, we work with like-minded developers, investors and local authorities to focus on urban regeneration projects that we believe offer the most potential to drive meaningful social and environmental impact, alongside financial returns. With a flexible approach to investment, we’re able to tailor our funding solutions to meet the specific needs of any particular project.
Our urban impact funds, the Chrysalis Fund and Lancashire Urban Development Fund, help developers kick-start projects that restore and refurbish the life of buildings and vacant sites, realise the opportunity of a space, and offer real value to the local economy.
We can support investors with the responsible management of their urban impact funds, helping teams invest strategically in development projects that will deliver both returns and community value.
We help local authorities prioritise their real estate investments, with an aim to build and enrich communities, overcome societal and economic challenges and deliver long-term, lasting value.
We’re a small team of experts, but we make a big impact. Thanks to our size and decades of experience, we can work closely and flexibly with your team to quickly get investment projects up and running, to deliver value and gain returns at pace. If you’re interested in working with us, get in touch today.
contact usWith a 100% recovery record, see how our investments have benefitted both business and residential communities.
4.5 hectare land regeneration
commercial floorspace created
full-time employment jobs created
To support the creation of a strong innovation hub and industry-leading tech talent emerging from the Liverpool City Region, Project Violet unlocked a new phase of speculative development at Sci-Tech Daresbury, Halton.
The £8.4M investment from the igloo-managed Chrysalis fund, matched by the LCR Urban Development Fund, unlocked the construction of three Grade A, BREEAM ‘Excellent’ office and innovation spaces, which showcase the highest energy efficiency standards.
91-105 Duke Street, Liverpool
0.44 hectare land regeneration
5,900 m2 commercial floorspace created
full-time employment jobs created
Loan repaid in full in December 2023
This project saw the speculative transformation of Liverpool’s first library into a diverse and versatile workspace for the creative and arts sectors. When previous lenders withdrew from the refurbishment citing Covid-19 concern, the Chrysalis Fund and LCR Urban Development Fund, offered £5.6m of joint debt facility to jump start the delivery of 61,969 sq ft of premium B1 office and shared workspace, which includes recording and production facilities.
Its completion saw the largest office letting in Liverpool for three years. Liverpool-based software developer, Firesprite initially let the building, which attracted inward investment from Sony who then acquired the company.
Knowsley Business Park, Liverpool
4.5 hectare land regeneration
19,320 m2 commercial floorspace created
full-time employment jobs created
Loan repaid in full in March 2021
The largest speculative logistics/distribution unit built in Merseyside for a decade, Venus 217 unlocked new potential for the 11 acres of brownfield land situated on Knowsley Business Park.
The Chrysalis Fund and Knowsley MBC joined forces to support with £9m debt facility to complete the development, which was let to Amazon as an expansion space for the business. The project secured strong returns for both lenders, which led LCR Combined Authority to donate £500k of their profit share to set up a new grant facility for the City Region.
Want to find out more about our services or fund criteria? Talk to our team to find out how we can tailor our support to your development or investment priorities.
contact usigloo IM is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority as a Small Authorised (UK) Alternative Investment Fund Manager.
Reference number 632048, please see the FCA Register for details.
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