Investment type
- Development capital
Sedex is a global leader in supply chain risk management solutions. Its technology platform, tools and assessment solutions enable organisations to assess, manage and report on ESG risks and impacts across their supply chains – and help them to meet these demands.
Founded in 2004 and headquartered in London, Sedex works with more than 100,000 customers in 180 countries across 35 sectors globally.
This includes leading companies such as Sainsbury’s, KFC, Nestlé, Molson Coors, Japan Airlines and Unilever.
Building momentum together
LDC completed a minority investment in Sedex in August 2023, partnering with the existing management team, led by CEO Jon Hancock, to support their organic growth strategy and drive sustainability in supply chains globally.
In LDC we’ve chosen an investment partner whose purpose very much aligns with our own. Their support will allow us to accelerate our growth plans while maintaining our focus on driving tangible improvements and positive change.”
Accelerating growth across markets
With LDC’s support, Sedex has completed a £20 million upgrade to the Sedex Platform, new supplier assessment tools and the launch of SMETA 7.0 – the most comprehensive evolution of the audit methodology in years.
Sedex also expanded its geographic footprint across key markets including the US, APAC and Europe, whilst launching new product capabilities..
As a result, the business more than doubled revenues during the three year partnership.
In March 2026, Sedex was named in the Megabuyte50, the top mid-market technology companies in the UK.
A successful exit
In May 2026, LDC agreed to exit its investment in Sedex to funds advised by Apax Partners LLP. Completion is subject to the usual regulatory requirements.