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Jordan Dubai Capital, Kazayna Capital Management to set up PE and infrastructure fundsThe firms will also develop infrastructure projects in the power, water and transportation logistics sectors in Jordan and Kazakhstan.
- Al Ansari steps back in latest DIC changes
Sameer Al Ansari has taken on a non-executive role at Dubai International Capital in order to focus more on his CEO responsibilities at SHUAA Capital.
- First Eastern eyes $250m Dubai fund
The Hong Kong-based private equity firm's focus on Dubai continues with the launch of a fund to 'support sustainable businesses connected to Dubai as a trading, logistical and financial centre'.
- In this issue …
In this issue ? 2008-06-01 Staff Writer COMPANIES Alchemy Partners 6 Abraaj Capital 36 Actis 36,64 Advent International 8, 26 AIG 38 Alpha Associates 78&l
- New thinking
In March, Private Equity International hosted the first Middle Eastern Private Equity Forum in Dubai. Over 400 senior participants joined in a wide-ranging discussion about how the asset class has – and will – evolve in the region. A top-level roster of both international and regional speakers ensured the debate was both lively and informed – as well as helping to map out the agenda for next year's meeting. Here's a few pictures from a memorable event.
- HSBC-backed MENA fund makes Oman power investment
An HSBC-led consortium has completed the purchase of a stake in Omani power company United Power Company, committing capital from its $500m co-sponsored infrastructure fund. The $26.5m purchase is the second investment made by the fund since closing.
- SHUAA's private equity profits plunge
Year-over-year third quarter private equity revenue fell 90% for SHUAA, which recorded no exits or deal activity from July to September.
- Shailesh Dash resigns from GIH
Hany Shawky will step in as acting head of private equity, as Dash ends a 9-year stint with the Kuwait investment firm to 'pursue other interests'.
- Dubai Group and DIC come together
Dubai International Capital and financial services company Dubai Group are consolidating back office operations under Dubai Holding Investment Group.
- Sameer Al Ansari takes over as SHUAA CEO
DIC's Sameer Al Ansari will head the firm's operations, following the resignation of Iyad Duwaji.