European Private Credit Conference on Direct Lending

23 February 2026
The Landmark Hotel | London, U.K.

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The 3rd Annual European Private Credit Conference on Direct Lending is dedicated to exploring the pivotal role of private credit in facilitating direct lending to the European middle market and aims to address strategies for responsibly driving growth that benefits both borrowers and investors.

Through in-depth discussions and expert insights, participants will gain a thorough understanding of how private credit can be effectively utilised to meet the financial needs of the middle market, fostering long-term sustainable growth.

The full-day event is designed to offer a rich array of content and unparalleled networking opportunities for LPs, fund managers, and service providers. Attendees will be engaged with a diverse program featuring keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive workshops led by subject matter experts.

WHO ATTENDS

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

SAMPLE OF CONFIRMED ATTENDEES

WHO ATTENDS

- Investment Banks including:
Fund Finance & Private Credit CLO Arranger Teams

- LPs including:
Insurance Companies
Pension Funds
Family Offices
Private Wealth Advisors
Secondary Funds

- Credit Funds including:
Leveraged Financing & Fundraising Teams

- Structured Credit (CLO) Investors

- Direct Private Placement Investors

- Technology & Data Analytics Providers

- Fund Administrators

- Legal Counsel

- Rating Agencies

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

- Europe’s Direct Lending Market Outlook: macroeconomic crosswinds, credit conditions, and how shifting rates and regulation are reshaping private credit strategies

- The Future of European Private Credit: key trends for 2025, forward-looking predictions for 2026, and implications for managers and investors

- Allocator Perspectives and Portfolio Construction: how LPs are diversifying private credit exposure, evaluating managers, and deploying capital prudently

- Competing and Differentiating in a Crowded Market: how new and emerging funds can stand out and continue to generate attractive returns

- Beyond Traditional Direct Lending: alternative private credit strategies, structuring innovations, and expanded opportunity sets

- Fundraising, Deployment, and Cross-Border Structuring: scaling platforms, navigating capital raising dynamics, and structuring deals across European jurisdictions

SAMPLE OF CONFIRMED ATTENDEES

Allocators

Fund Managers

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Allocator-Only Roundtable Breakfast

Inside the Allocator Mindset: Deploying Capital Wisely in Europe’s Evolving Direct Lending Market

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

European GP & LP Private Credit Luncheon

Join fellow Private Credit Club members for an exclusive Networking Lunch at the European Private Credit Conference on Direct Lending.

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PCC Members-Only Lounge

PCC Members enjoy access to the Members-Only Lounge at the conference. Designed as a quiet retreat from the event’s bustle, it provides a space for private meetings and enhanced networking with fellow PCC Members in a relaxed, focused environment.

"There has been an excellent crowd and an intelligent networking app - love it!"

– Adriaan Weber, General Manager | Autark Finance BC

"Great conference, lots of time and spaces to speak to others. Loved the 1:1 networking option at the standing at the table. An unmissable conference for any private credit professionals."

– Anonymous, Investment Analyst | Private Credit Fund

"Well curated conference and the women events and LP breakfast were also great!"

– Anonymous, Managing Partner | Allocator

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