Press release
Antwerp (BE) & The Hague (NL), 28 August 2025, 07:30 CET



Gimv partners with Novicare to drive innovation and
sustainable growth in specialized healthcare services.
▪ Novicare was founded in 2008, and now employs around 250 healthcare
professionals delivering specialized medical and paramedical services to elderly and
disability care institutions.
▪ Gimv is pleased to support Novicare in response to the growing demand for
specialized care services. Meeting this need requires the adoption of innovative,
effective, and efficient solutions, while upholding the highest standards and quality
of care, which are cornerstones to the Novicare model.
▪ Gimv and Novicare will further invest in people and (digital) solutions, contributing to
a resilient and sustainable Dutch healthcare system.
▪ This transaction is part of a growth plan with the management team, who will
continue to lead Novicare.

Novicare (novicare.nl) provides specialized we will reinforce sustainable, locally
medical and paramedical (geriatric) services embedded operations in collaboration with
to elderly care homes and disability institutions. (local) sector stakeholders. This to ensure
With about 250 staff serving over 70 institutions efficient and accessible care being delivered
and 4,500+ patients, Novicare stands out for its at the right place.
use of telecare, digital tools, and a “stepped
care” model, enabling professionals to deliver Jet Wiechers and Wencke van der Meijden,
efficient, high-quality care in collaboration with CEO and Deputy CEO, state: "Novicare is
local partners. dedicated to supporting the healthcare sector
through a focus on innovation and quality while
At the core of Novicare is the healthcare striving to maximize our impact. Gimv is an ideal
professional. To support these professionals, partner in this respect, given its strong track
Novicare provides a safe working environment record in these areas."
with a strong focus on personal development
and flexibility. Furthermore, Novicare is active in Elderd Land and Thomas Goudriaan, Partner
the education of new professionals. Thereby and Principal in Gimv’s healthcare team in the
Novicare better retains scarce healthcare Netherlands, declare: “We are excited to
professionals and actively contributes to support Novicare in its mission to making
training the next generation. specialized care available to everyone.
Novicare uses technology and innovation to
As pressure on the Dutch healthcare system help healthcare professionals deliver more
grows, Novicare plays an important role by efficient and effective care. The company’s
helping to maintain care access, quality, and unique approach ensures that patients receive
continuity through its stepped care model and the right level of care at the right time, tailored
local partnerships. Gimv will support Novicare’s to their specific needs and ultimately leads to
continued growth to ensure optimal service for optimal outcomes for patients by enhancing
clients/ patients both now and in the future. continuity, accessibility, and quality of care.
This strongly aligns with Gimv’s ambition to
The partnership with Gimv aims to advance support leading innovative companies to the
Novicare’s development of care models and benefit of society.”
its supportive and inspiring work environment
for professionals. In line with IZA agreements,




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Press release



Gimv will acquire a majority stake in Novicare
from Gilde Healthcare. The investment is About Gimv
aligned with the Gimv ambition of investing in
sustainable businesses together with talented Gimv is a European investment company, listed
management teams. The transaction is subject on Euronext Brussels and a member of the
to customary (regulatory) approvals including Euronext BEL ESG Index. With over 45 years'
works council approval. experience in private equity, Gimv currently has
an investment portfolio of more than EUR 1.6
billion. The portfolio contains around 61 portfolio
companies, with combined turnover of EUR 4.5
billion and more than 20,000 employees.

As a recognized market leader in selected
investment platforms, Gimv identifies
entrepreneurial, innovative companies with high
growth potential and supports them in their
transformation into market leaders. Gimv's five
investment platforms are Consumer, Healthcare,
Life Sciences, Smart Industries and Sustainable
Cities. Each platform works with an experienced
team across Gimv’s home markets of Benelux,
France and DACH, supported by an extended
international network of experts.

Further information on Gimv can be found on
www.gimv.com.




For further information, please contact:

Elderd Land, Partner Healthcare
T +31 70 3 618 600
elderd.land@gimv.com




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