Crestline Investors, Inc. (“Crestline”), a leading provider of tailored financing solutions, is pleased to announce that on January 31, 2025, it closed a first lien credit facility to Napier Technologies (“Napier” or the “Company”), supporting Marlin Equity Partners’ (“Marlin”) acquisition of Napier. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, UK, Napier is a provider of AI-powered anti-money laundering software serving financial institutions worldwide.
“We are excited to partner with Marlin and continue supporting Napier Technologies in this transaction,” said Will Palmer, Partner at Crestline. “Napier’s innovative AI-driven solutions and strong growth opportunity in the financial compliance sector make it a highly attractive asset. We look forward to supporting the Company as it continues to expand its market presence under Marlin ownership” added Samantha Romero, Vice President at Crestline.
Napier provides AI-powered compliance solutions to a wide range of financial institutions, including banks, payment providers, and fintech companies. The Company primarily earns revenue through software subscriptions, complemented by professional services, and has recently transitioned to a next-generation platform that drives the majority of its recurring revenue and is expected to fuel its strong growth.
About Crestline Investors
Crestline Investors, Inc. is an alternative investment management firm founded in 1997 and based in Fort Worth, Texas, with affiliate offices in London, New York, Toronto, and Tokyo. The firm has approximately $20 billion in assets under management (as of September 30, 2024), and is specialized in private credit strategies, offering a diverse range of investment solutions across its direct lending, opportunistic, and portfolio finance platforms. For more information, visit www.crestlineinvestors.com.
About Napier Technologies
Founded in 2015 and based in London, UK, Napier Technologies is a leading provider of AI-powered anti-money laundering software. Serving mid-market and Tier 1 & Tier 2 financial institutions, including banks, payment providers, and fintech companies, Napier offers a suite of transaction monitoring, client screening, and transaction screening solutions. The Company drives innovation in financial compliance through its subscription-based software and professional services.
About Marlin Equity Partners
Marlin Equity Partners is a global investment firm with over $9 billion of capital under management. Headquartered in Los Angeles with an additional office in London, Marlin focuses on providing corporate parents, shareholders, and other stakeholders with tailored solutions that meet their business and liquidity needs. The firm specializes in partnering with management teams to unlock value in technology and other high-growth sectors. For more information, visit www.marlinequity.com.
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