# Damien Granger joins from Flexam – Kartesia Asset Finance, where he was partner and head of investments.

*business · news · 2026-04-13 · Funds Europe*

## Key points

- Santander Alternative Investments is launching a European asset-based finance fund targeting €400m–€500m.
- Damien Granger, formerly of Flexam–Kartesia Asset Finance, will lead the asset-based finance strategy.
- The fund has already secured over €150m in commitments from institutional investors including the European Investment Fund.
- The new fund will focus on secured financing in transportation and industrial sectors backed by physical collateral.

**Companies:** Santander, Flexam - Kartesia Asset Finance
**Countries:** Spain, France

[Read the full story on Funds Europe](https://funds-europe.com/santander-boosts-asset-based-finance-platform/)

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