Global corporate, private client, and fund services provider Hawksford has completed its acquisition of the Netherlands operation of Equiom, further expanding its reach and strengthening its service offering in supporting corporate clients in Europe.
The acquisition aligns with Hawksford’s global growth strategy to enhance its presence in key markets using its extensive on-the-ground knowledge and global network to deliver compliance and expansion support to corporate clients across Europe and worldwide.
The acquisition will see Equiom’s well-established Netherlands team integrate into Hawksford’s existing Amsterdam operations, significantly enhancing Hawksford’s European team and service capabilities.
Hawksford established a presence in the Netherlands in 2023 and provides a comprehensive range of services to corporate clients, from multinational corporations to family-owned and early-stage growth businesses, while also providing access to global expertise and experience in key regions through its network across Asia, EMEA, the UK and the Caribbean.
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Michel van Leeuwen, Chief Executive at Hawksford, commented: “The acquisition of Equiom’s operations in the Netherlands is the next step in our growth story, significantly bolstering our presence in the Netherlands and our service proposition for corporate clients across Europe. Crucially, this acquisition is based on a strong cultural fit between Hawksford and Equiom and we now look forward to welcoming our new colleagues to our team in Amsterdam.”
Jon Jennings, CEO at Equiom added: "Both Equiom and Hawksford share a strong commitment to high-quality service delivery. This, together with Hawksford’s strategy to expand in the region, makes this acquisition a highly synergistic and mutually beneficial move. This development is not only an excellent opportunity for our clients to access aligned services, but also a positive step for our employees in the Netherlands, who will now be part of a growing Hawksford presence in the jurisdiction."
