16 March, 2026, Abu Dhabi – Gaw Capital Partners today announced the expansion of its private equity platform in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with the launch of the Gaw Tamkeen Nexus Fund, a growth equity vehicle focused on high-growth technology-enabled companies across the region. This is a continuation of Gaw’s Growth Equity Fund series with GCC added as an added geography due to the attractiveness of the region for Asian companies seeking for expansion.
The fund has already reached a first close of approximately US$150 million and is targeting over US$400 million in commitments. It will focus on investments in key strategic sectors including financial technology, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, climate technologies, and other innovation-driven industries shaping the next generation of regional champions. As part of the expansion, Gaw Capital is also establishing regional presence in Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, strengthening the firm’s ability to partner with entrepreneurs, investors and institutions across the GCC.
Christina Gaw, Managing Principal, Global Head of Capital Markets, and Co-Chair of Alternative Investments at Gaw Capital Partners, said, “Gaw Capital believes strongly in the long-term economic fundamentals of the GCC and the innovation ecosystem that is emerging across the region. We view the GCC as one of the most dynamic growth markets globally and remain committed to supporting the next generation of regional technology and growth companies. By combining Gaw’s deep Asian roots with regional partnerships in the GCC, we aim to facilitate meaningful foreign direct investment into the Gulf, accelerate technology localization, and build enduring commercial ecosystems that benefit both regions.”
Herbin Koh, Head of Private Equity and Deputy Head of Infrastructure at Gaw Capital Partners, added, “I am excited to take this opportunity to welcome new local colleagues and advisors in the region who will support our platform to expand regionally in markets such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman and Qatar. There is a strong case for Growth Equity Funds in the region given the momentum in recent years on early stage investing. Driven by Vision 2030, the Saudi tech ecosystem is experiencing a significant surge, transforming from an oil-dependent economy to a technology powerhouse, with clear direction towards becoming a global innovation leader. The UAE is also an attractive market with its aim for end-to-end national AI capability and global leadership in advanced AI technologies. This macro tailwind bodes well for strong collaboration for an Asia–GCC innovation corridor.”
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About Gaw Capital Partners
Based in Asia, Gaw Capital Partners is a multi-asset investment management firm focusing on real estate, private equity and growth equity, private credit and infrastructure globally.
Since its inception in 2005, the firm has raised seven commingled funds targeting Asia Pacific, alongside value-add /opportunistic funds in other regions and verticals. In recent years, it has also scaled up its Growth Equity platform, with multiple discretionary funds and separate accounts under management. It also manages credit strategies and other separate account direct investments globally.
Since 2005, the firm has managed US$34.3 billion in assets and raised US$24.6 billion in equity as of Q3 2025.