There were but few resources, not much capital to talk about; but there was plenty of land and plenty of water. The land was generous; the water was sweet. It mingled with the sweat of our labour and gave us wheat, millet, barley, fruit and vegetables for our tables.

We started three centuries ago and by the time of World War 1, we had already begun to export what was excess to our needs. With the profits, we imported goods such as ceiling fans, radios and electric generators.

By the 1980s, we had started to concentrate on the financing of international trade and projects, primarily focussing on food and energy related business which remains, to this day, our core business.

Today, with all the advantages and experience of over three generations of successful trade, finance and investment, we not only confine ourselves to the business itself, but we also consult at governmental level and, in particular, to those governments with emerging economies who need assistance in realising their assets, capitalising on their natural resources and financing their industries. In addition, we advise and assist multinational companies in the 'how', 'where' and 'who' of international business and we advise many businesses on matters of technological advances, business development and risk management.

Our wealth of experience and knowledge gained over many years of successfully doing business allows us, not only to expand our own portfolio, but also to share that experience and knowledge through the provision of solidly grounded advice and guidance with those who seek to benefit from our involvement.