KSL Capital Partners Takes Majority Stake in Soneva Group
May 23, 2025
An affiliate of KSL Capital Partners has converted securities to acquire a majority interest in Soneva Group, the sustainable ultra-luxury resort operator. The move builds on KSL's initial minority investment in 2019; Neil Gallagher has been appointed CEO as KSL positions Soneva for its next phase of growth. Financial terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- KSL Capital Partners
- Targets
- Soneva Group
- Industry
- Restaurants & Hospitality
- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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