The Anchor Group
From small beginnings to cutting edge innovation
A cross-border bedrock
We boast a long track record in cross-border growth and development. Since 2007 we have supported companies to enter and operate in Asia and Europe, with a particular emphasis on India, France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Our story
Founded in 2007, the Anchor Group has been a partner for growth, internationalisation, and innovation
Our main activities cover capital raising, cross-border corporate development, as well as corporate venturing and direct investments. We have established a dedicated advisory platform focused on industrial innovation.
Anchor has been a partner of choice for companies expanding into Europe and India
We have previously supported the internationalisation strategy of HDFC, IIFL, and Tata Capital and advised industrial leaders such as Reliance and Godrej Group. Our board members include the Chairman of the Finance Commission of India, as well as captains of European and Indian industry.
Founded by entrepreneurs and industry experts
Anchor was founded and is led by entrepreneurs that bring over 100 years of industry experience and drive. We have worked in top-tier banks, including UBS, Deutsche Bank, and RBS Coutts, technology companies such as Hughes and Lucent, and industrial firms such as Siemens, Ambuja Realty, and SREI Group.
Principal investing
We selectively invest in innovative technologies and business models transforming industry. Our track record reflects Anchor’s ‘team DNA’ for environmental and social impact investing.
Anchor is launching industrial innovation investment platforms in partnership with entrepreneurial families and investors.
Our Team
Advisory board
We are guided by leading entrepreneurs, industrialists, financiers and policy makers across Swiss and Indian industry
Mrs. Colette Mathur, President, Anchor
Mrs. Mathur is formerly co-president of the EuroIndia Centre and Executive Director, member of the board at World Economic Forum. She was the recipient of the prestigious Padma Shree Award in 2008.
Mr. Guillaume Pictet, Founder of De Pury Pictet Turrettini & Cie S.A.
Mr. Pictet is the Managing Partner of DePury Pictet Turrettini and is also a member of the Board of the Richmont Group.
Mr. Olivier Turrettini, Partner, Aquila Invest Geneva S.A.
He has held several senior management positions at both Credit Suisse and Pictet & Cie. Mr. Turrettini is the president of the Geneva Asia Society.
Mr. Hari Bhartia, Co-Chairman and Managing Director of Jubilant Life sciences
Mr. Bhartia is a member of numerous educational, scientific, and technological programs of the Government of India.
Mr. N.K.Singh, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), India
Mr. N.K. Singh is a prominent Indian economist, academic, and policymaker. He is currently Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission.
Mr. Anant Singhania, Chief Executive Officer, J.K. Enterprises
Mr Anant Enterprises is a 5th generation member of the 135 year plus J.K. Organization that has varied interests in manufacturing, services and non profit organizations.
Mr. Duarte Moreira, Chairman Of The Board at Vangest, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Zeno Partners and Zeno Ventures.
Mr. Moreira is a Venture Capitalist with a focus on technology start-ups and was formerly a Principal at Ace & Company.