Camco and IforD forge strategic partnership to advance impact investing in emerging markets

Camco has entered into a strategic partnership with Investing for Development SICAV (IforD), bringing together complementary strengths in climate finance, development finance and fund management to advance impact investing in emerging markets.

The collaboration combines Camco’s proven track record in climate-focused and sustainable investment solutions with IforD’s expertise in development finance and fund management. The partnership will deliver immediate and long-term benefits for investors in IforD-managed funds, including the Luxembourg Microfinance and Development Fund (LMDF) and the Forestry and Climate Change Fund (FCCF).

The LMDF-supported Avanza Sólido project is scaling rural microfinance in southern Mexico to expand access to credit and complementary services for underserved communities.

By leveraging Camco’s global reach and specialist investment expertise, the funds will benefit from access to a broader pipeline of high-impact investment opportunities, strengthened governance, risk management and reporting processes, and expanded distribution networks spanning development finance, institutional, foundation and private investors. Together, these capabilities support portfolio resilience, transparency and the delivery of measurable environmental and social outcomes alongside sustainable financial returns.

The partnership also strengthens Camco's presence in Luxembourg, a leading hub for sustainable finance.

Geoff Sinclair, Managing Director, Camco, said: “This partnership unites substantial capital resources and investment acumen from Luxembourg and the United Kingdom with a robust local presence and deep understanding of investee markets. I am delighted to welcome the IforD team and confident that this collaboration will enable us to offer investors more compelling opportunities while advancing our climate and development objectives.”

Raymond Schadeck, Chairman of the Board, Investing for Development, said: “This partnership between IforD and Camco is a powerful win-win: it brings together catalytic capital with deep sector expertise, enabling both partners to expand their reach, amplify their impact, and unlock new opportunities in emerging markets.

“For Investing for Development, it strengthens the bridge between finance and purpose. For Camco, it boosts the ability to scale solutions that matter — for people, planet, and progress.”