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Cheque Size$1M to $100M
Stages4
Industries7
Markets10
Stated Portfolio11
Operating Since1890 (136y)

About YBA Kanoo Group

YBA Kanoo Group, established in 1890, is one of the largest independent family-owned multinational businesses in the Middle East. With a diverse portfolio spanning shipping, logistics, travel, industrial and energy, capital, and real estate sectors, the group has a significant presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, as well as operations in Africa, Europe, and Asia. The group's investment arm, Kanoo Capital, focuses on managing a wide range of investments, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure, aiming to achieve sustainable growth and strong long-term risk-adjusted returns. Additionally, Kanoo Ventures, founded in 2022, serves as the direct equity investing and partnering platform for YBA Kanoo, targeting innovative and growth-oriented companies both within the GCC and globally.

Geographical Focus

African markets2

Other stated markets8

United KingdomIndiaFranceUnited Arab EmiratesSaudi ArabiaQatarOmanBahrain

Requirements

Strong alignment with YBA Kanoo's strategic sectors, Potential for long-term growth and value creation, Established operations in target geographical regions

Stated Portfolio11

Maersk
BDP International
BASF
Johnson Arabia
Akzo Nobel
Bahrain Airport Services
National Bank of Bahrain
Gulf Hotels Group
BASREC
Freightworks
Larsen & Toubro

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TypeFamily Office
CityManama
Founded1890
Minimum Cheque$1M
Maximum Cheque$100M