Kahungunu Asset Holding Company Limited

Overview

Kahungunu Asset Holding Company Limited (KAHC) serves as the investment arm of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated, focusing on growing and protecting settlement and commercial assets for the benefit of current and future generations of Ngāti Kahungunu whānau. Established in 2005, KAHC has significantly increased the iwi's wealth through strategic investments in various sectors, including fishing, aquaculture, real estate, and agriculture. The company's portfolio comprises assets such as fishing quotas, shares in Aotearoa Fisheries Limited, Pania Reef Fisheries (GP) Limited, Napier Mussels Limited, and the Fiordland Lobster Company Limited. KAHC's mandate is to create more successful quota lease negotiations with new and existing partners, who are either Kahungunu fishermen or Kahungunu-based. The company's vision is to empower Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated through sustainable economic and commercial success, ensuring that investments contribute to the future generations of Ngāti Kahungunu whānau. KAHC is deeply committed to creating prosperity for Ngāti Kahungunu and advocates for principles of Kaitiakitanga in its investment approach to maintain an environmentally healthy footprint. The company's strategy includes a focus on growth and buyout stages, with investments spanning various industries such as fishing, aquaculture, real estate, agriculture, forestry, energy, tourism, retail, healthcare, education, construction, transport, logistics, media, and technology. KAHC's approach emphasizes independence, self-determination, and environmental health and wellbeing, aiming to maximize the assets of Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated to meet the full potential and aspirations of the iwi. Through careful investments and strong business partnerships, KAHC continues to return wealth to its people and create pathways for future generations.

Investment Focus

• Alignment with Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated's values and objectives
• Commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices
• Focus on long-term growth and prosperity for iwi members
• Preference for partnerships with Kahungunu-based entities or individuals

Portfolio Companies