Kroll has revealed plans to acquire Madison Pacific Group from Vistra Group, as part of efforts to strengthen its service offerings in the Asia Pacific region.
In this regard, the parties have entered into an exclusive agreement.
This move is set to enhance Kroll’s Agency and Trustee Services practice in this area by combining its global platform with Madison Pacific’s established presence in Hong Kong and Singapore. The integration aims to provide clients with comprehensive domestic and international financial solutions.
The potential deal’s completion is contingent upon regulatory approvals, and the financial terms have not yet been disclosed.
Kroll risk advisory co-president Brent Tomlinson said: “Entering this exclusive agreement is a step towards further expanding our presence in Asia Pacific and underscores our commitment to investing in and strengthening Kroll’s Agency and Trustee Services worldwide, positioning Kroll as the preferred advisory partner for complex cross-border transactions, in addition to restructuring, fund solutions, issuer services and other complementary services.”
Kroll operates as an independent provider specialising in global financial and risk advisory services. With a workforce of over 6,500 professionals worldwide, Kroll provides expertise in risk management, governance, transactions, and valuation.
The company employs advanced technology and data insights to assist clients in navigating complex challenges while maintaining a nearly century-long legacy of service.
Madison Pacific offers a range of services including trustee, agency, escrow, custodial, and directorships. It is involved in transactions such as private and public debt arrangements, capital raisings, restructurings, distressed transactions, and asset management.
The group is staffed by professionals with expertise in corporate finance and law across multiple jurisdictions. With offices located in Hong Kong, Singapore, and London, Madison Pacific provides services to sponsors, funds, institutions, lenders, and investors across Asia, the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
Madison Pacific group managing director Cassandra Ho said: “Kroll’s global reach and exceptional reputation aligns perfectly with our premier standards and focus on client service and commercial solutions, especially in the most complex transactions. This combination strengthens our ability to support clients with seamless, end-to-end service, backed by global scale and local insight.”
