Meysan Partners has advised Investcorp Gof Holding Company 1 W.L.L and Investcorp Gof Holding Company 2 W.L.L (Investcorp) in a notable transaction involving the shareholders of Automak Automotive Company, a prominent automotive company operating in Kuwait and across the broader MENA region.
Investcorp group, an esteemed provider and manager of alternative investment products in the Gulf and global markets, empowered Meysan’s expertise for advising on various aspects of the transaction, including negotiating the transaction documents and regulatory advice, until completion.
The Meysan team was led by Partner Michel Ghanem and Senior Associate Salwa Abdallah, with support from trainee associate Rosy Rizk.
Michel comments: “We are delighted to have worked alongside the in-house team of Investcorp on this strategic transaction. Acting as Kuwait counsel, our effective collaboration and unrivalled automotive industry experience enabled us to reach a successful outcome.”
Meysan Partners has a top tier corporate/M&A team in Kuwait with a dedicated team capable of creating and executing automotive deals.
Investcorp Group is recognized as a leading global investment firm. With headquarters in Bahrain, Investcorp operates in various regions, including the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, North America, Europe, and Asia. The group specializes in private equity, real estate, credit management, and infrastructure investments, employing a disciplined and diversified investment strategy to target compelling opportunities in different sectors and geographies.
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