Partners Group Plans Office in Kuwait to Strengthen GCC Presence

Partners Group, a leader in the global private markets sector, has announced its intention to establish a new office in Kuwait. This expansion aims to enhance its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The firm is in the process of obtaining regulatory approvals and anticipates announcing the completion and leadership appointments soon.

Steffen Meister, Executive Chairman, highlighted Kuwait's significant role and projected growth under local leadership. The country is poised to offer numerous investment opportunities, driven by a technology-based economic transformation.

Suhail Albaz, Chairman for Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, emphasized long-standing relationships in Kuwait. The new team will focus on stakeholder engagement and diversifying the firm's investment portfolio in the region.

Partners Group, having a Middle Eastern presence since 2010, now operates in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, employing over 2,000 people in the region. The Kuwait office will increase its global office count to 25.