How TrustQore Structures Enabled Growth, Global Reach, and Access to Gulf Investors
At TrustQore, we support visionary fund managers at every stage—whether launching their first vehicle or expanding an established strategy into new markets. Our role is often discreet but always strategic. The following two stories show how well-designed structures can open access to Gulf capital, enable international scalability, and help managers succeed without compromising their identity.
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From First-Time Fund to Gulf Capital Backing
BVI & DIFC: A Scalable Launchpad for a New Manager
A first-time fund manager approached us with an ambitious global investment thesis. He had a solid professional background, a network of early believers, and a clear vision—but lacked a regulated fund structure, which was proving to be a barrier in discussions with serious investors, particularly in the Gulf.
We designed a dual-jurisdiction setup to help him launch quickly and credibly:
- BVI Approved Fund: A cost-effective, lightly regulated vehicle ideal for new managers looking to enter the market efficiently. Its international recognition provided just the right level of oversight without unnecessary burden.
- DIFC SPV Feeder: An unregulated entity in the Dubai International Financial Centre, acting as a local bridge between his fund and the GCC investor community.
With this structure, he was able to engage regional investors confidently. Within a few months, a Gulf-based family office committed USD 16 million as his anchor LP. The DIFC presence helped establish trust and opened further introductions to other UAE-based families and capital allocators.
Today, he runs a globally positioned strategy backed by Gulf capital—structured for scale, without compromising cost-efficiency or international reach.
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Bridging a Luxembourg Fund to the UAE
Established European Manager Uses DIFC SPV for GCC Expansion
An experienced European fund manager with a fully regulated structure in Luxembourg approached TrustQore with a specific goal: enable Gulf-based capital—particularly institutional investors—to participate in his platform while maintaining the high governance standards expected by his European board and LPs.
The solution was clear and elegant:
- A DIFC SPV Feeder into the Luxembourg master fund.
This setup offered the best of both worlds:
- Familiarity and regulatory comfort for his European legal and compliance teams, thanks to the DIFC’s common law framework and transparent governance.
- A local, accessible vehicle for regional investors, who increasingly expect a UAE-based structure for allocations.
Soon after implementation, a leading sovereign wealth fund in the region joined the platform through the DIFC vehicle—further validating the manager’s strategy and opening the door for long-term regional engagement.
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Conclusion
Whether launching a new fund or expanding an established one, thoughtful structuring is key to entering the Gulf market. These stories reflect a growing trend: global fund managers seeking proximity to Gulf capital without sacrificing international credibility or operational efficiency.
At TrustQore, we deliver tailor-made solutions that meet both investor expectations and regulatory requirements—allowing fund managers to grow across borders, with confidence.
If you’re ready to explore the Gulf region, we’re ready to guide you – quietly, strategically and effectively.