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Global reach and Strand Ventures
Strand Hanson has developed strategic partnerships to broaden our global reach and contacts, providing access to a large number of opportunities, particularly in emerging markets, including Africa, the Middle East, South America and Asia.
Our global reach
In a truly international business world a physical regional enhances communication and promotes better understanding of local regulatory, legal, political and cultural issues – leading to more efficient deal execution and greater support for clients.
In addition to our office in Cape Town, which is key to servicing clients across Africa, Strand Hanson has representatives in a number of jurisdictions including, Singapore and Latin America who work alongside the team in identifying opportunities and undertaking transactions in key emerging markets.
This approach has been welcomed by clients, who appreciate a local point of contact and a physical presence as live transactions arise.
Strand Ventures
Strand Ventures provides high level advice and introduces funding and strategic partners to a range of corporates and asset owners.
The growth in emerging markets presents opportunities for Strand Hanson to leverage its well developed network of finance partners with high quality projects. The principal focus of these transactions is emerging markets, where significant opportunities often exist and need to be structured appropriately to satisfy investors.
Many projects which are key to opening up new markets require bespoke funding meet their economic needs, as well as the political demands, of individual jurisdictions. Strand Ventures works in partnership with project owners, insurance companies, banks and funds to structure propositions to ensure that commercial, jurisdictional and project risks are successfully managed.
Our focus on Africa
Strand Hanson has extensive experience in Africa, having advised clients across the continent, as set out below:
Algeria
Ethiopoa
Lesotho
South Africa
Mali
Tanzania
Guinea
Zimbabwe
Mauritania
Mozambique
Burkina Faso
Comoros
Liberia
Zambia
Senegal
Niger
Ghana
Madagascar
Gabon
Sudan
Benin
Botswana
Morocco
Kenya
Nigeria
Eqypt
Namibia
“Innovative projects require innovative advice. We work closely with our partners to optimise value for all stakeholders.”
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Global reach and ventures
Strand Hanson has developed strategic partnerships, to broaden our global reach, providing access to a large number of opportunities, particularly in emerging markets, including Africa, the Middle East, South America and Asia.
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