Local expertise backed by international reach
Capservices forms part of the Capricorn Group, an international family-owned investment and financial services business established in 1994.
The Capricorn Group
For our clients, this means access to broader expertise, international networks, and specialist support where appropriate.
While your day-to-day relationship remains local and personal, you benefit from being part of a wider international ecosystem.
CapServices Limited is a separate legal entity within the Capricorn Group. References to other Group services are for information only. Any services provided by another Group entity are subject to a separate engagement and that entity’s own regulatory status.
How this benefits clients
International expertise
Access to professionals across multiple jurisdictions.
Governance experience
Decades of experience operating within regulated environments.
Broader professional network
Access, where appropriate, to qualified Group entities and third-party professional advisers, subject to separate engagement.
Long-term perspective
A group focused on sustainable growth and enduring relationships.
Thirty years of building value through trusted partnerships
Capricorn began in 1994 as the investment arm of the Hollard Insurance Group in Southern Africa. Over the past three decades, the business has evolved into an international investment and services group with operations spanning Valletta, London, Dubai, Mumbai and Johannesburg.
Throughout this growth, one principle has remained constant: Building long-term value through trusted partnerships.
Capricorn Group milestones
Capricorn established as the investment arm of Hollard Insurance Group.
Capricorn South Africa established and Capricorn Fund Managers launched.
Capricorn UK established.
Capricorn UK authorised by the UK Financial Conduct Authority to provide fund management and private equity advisory services.
Late-stage co-investment strategy commences
Capricorn UK split into two separate FCA authorised companies: Capricorn Fund Managers and Capricorn UK
Continued investment and scaling into diversified portfolio of financial services assets including niche lending, insurance and family office type assets
CapServices Limited licensed in Malta
CapConnect established and licensed as employment agency
Capricorn Corporate Services licensed in the UK
Establishes Main Set co-investment strategy in Fintech and SAAS assets
Through Capricorn Fund Managers, Capricorn establishes a physical presence in Dubai with the launch of the CFM DIFC regulatory hosting platform
Our Approach
Unlike traditional investment businesses focused on short-term exits, Capricorn invests long-term proprietary capital without fixed exit deadlines.
We actively support management teams, helping businesses strengthen operations, unlock opportunities and create sustainable value for all stakeholders.
Two strategic pillars
How we create and sustain value:
Investment and family office services
Supporting families, entrepreneurs and investors through long-term capital, strategic guidance and wealth stewardship.
Financial services and technology businesses
Building and supporting businesses operating across governance, corporate services, financial services and technology sectors.
Global Presence
Malta
United Kingdom
UAE
India
South Africa
UK
Malta
UAE
India
South Africa
The Capricorn difference
Long-term
thinking
We focus on sustainable value creation rather than short-term outcomes.
Hands-on
partnership
We actively support management teams and leadership groups.
International
perspective
Our network spans multiple jurisdictions and industries.
Entrepreneurial
mindset
We understand the realities of building and growing businesses because we do it ourselves.
Teamwork
Success is achieved together.
Accountability
We do what we say we will do.
Urgency
We respond quickly and decisively.
Excellence
We continually strive to improve.
Honesty
Trust is built through transparency.
Grit
We embrace resilience and determination.
Supporting businesses at every stage of growth
Whether you’re establishing a business, expanding internationally, managing a regulated entity, or planning for future growth, Capricorn Group provides the expertise, relationships and long-term perspective to help you move forward with confidence.