Suntera Global Strengthens its UK Presence by Acquiring Khepri Limited
Deal News | May 29, 2025 | Farrer & Co
In a strategic move that underscores its growth ambitions, Suntera Global has announced the acquisition of Khepri Limited, a fund administration and corporate services provider in the UK. The London-based Khepri, which is licensed by the FCA and HMRC, brings a team of over 35 specialists catering to asset managers across various asset classes such as venture capital, private equity, and real estate. The company oversees assets worth £6 billion and offers comprehensive services from investor onboarding to compliance consulting. The acquisition aligns with Suntera Global's strategy to bolster its fund administration offerings in the UK and enhance its service propositions for global asset managers. Farrer & Co, a multidisciplinary law firm, advised Suntera Global on the transaction, with their team led by Corporate and Funds/Regulatory experts. The deal awaits regulatory approval but is projected to be completed within the year's second half.
Sectors
- Financial Services
- Private Equity and Venture Capital
- Corporate Services
Geography
- United Kingdom – Khepri Limited is based in London, and the company's services target asset managers primarily in the UK.
Industry
- Financial Services – The acquisition involves fund administration and corporate services, both key aspects of the financial services industry.
- Private Equity and Venture Capital – Khepri Limited services asset managers in venture capital, emerging private equity, which falls under this industry classification.
- Corporate Services – Khepri Limited provides corporate services such as secretarial, bookkeeping, and compliance consulting.
Financials
- 6 billion AUM – Khepri Limited services 6 billion in assets under management on behalf of its clients.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suntera Global | Acquiring Company | Company | Suntera Global is a company looking to expand its fund administration offerings in the UK. |
| Khepri Limited | Target Company | Company | Khepri Limited is a UK-based fund administration and corporate services provider. |
| Farrer & Co | Legal Advisor | Company | Farrer & Co provided legal advice to Suntera Global during the acquisition process. |
| Anthony Turner | Partner | Person | Anthony Turner is a partner at Farrer & Co in the Corporate sector. |
| Andy Peterkin | Partner | Person | Andy Peterkin is a partner at Farrer & Co specializing in Funds/Regulatory matters. |