The SuperReturn Private Credit Europe conference will take place from March 9 to 11, 2026, at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The event, part of the leading SuperReturn series of private capital events, is expected to gather more than 700 senior decision-makers. This includes over 220 limited partners and 350 general partners focused on the European private credit landscape.
The conference will address the evolving market conditions, shifting capital flows, and growing investor demand for differentiated credit strategies. Key topics will include direct lending, asset-backed finance, private credit secondaries, niche and specialty finance, and distressed debt. Over 100 expert speakers will provide insights through data-rich presentations, panel discussions, keynote addresses, and roundtables.
Featured speakers include Taj Sidhu, Head of European and Asian Private Credit at Carlyle; Jana Markowicz, Partner & COO of US Direct Lending at Ares Management; Michael Massarano, Partner & Deputy CIO at Arcmont Asset Management; Richard Coldwell, Director at the British Business Bank; Luis Mayans, Managing Director of Corporate and Infrastructure Credit at La Caisse; Stuart Mathieson, Head of European Private Credit & Capital Solutions at Barings; Caroline Hedges, Head of Credit at Railpen; and François Lacoste, Managing Partner at Eurazeo.
Dr. Dorothy Kelso, Global Head of SuperReturn, stated that the conference remains the cornerstone event for Europe's private credit community. She emphasized that as private credit matures and diversifies, the event offers critical insight, connection, and intelligence for senior professionals navigating a dynamic environment.
The program includes an Asset-Backed Finance Summit on March 9, limited partner-only sessions for enhanced engagement, and extensive networking opportunities designed to help attendees build strategic partnerships and capitalize on market momentum. Lead sponsorship is provided by LCM Partners, with co-sponsors including Aviva Investors, Barings, Eldridge Capital Management Services, and KBRA. Numerous associate sponsors, such as AllianceBernstein, Anchorage, Apera Asset Management, and Bain Capital, also support the event. Gregory serves as the PR agency partner. For a full schedule and registration details, visit https://informaconnect.com/superreturn-private-credit-europe/.
The conference's focus on pressing industry topics and its gathering of top-tier professionals highlight its importance for stakeholders in private credit. For limited partners and general partners, the event provides a platform to assess investment strategies, understand regulatory and economic shifts, and identify emerging opportunities in a complex market. The discussions and networking could influence capital allocation decisions and shape the development of credit products across Europe. In a sector where information and relationships are crucial, this conference serves as a vital hub for knowledge exchange and partnership formation, potentially driving innovation and stability in European finance.
