I Squared Capital is expanding its footprint across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the broader Middle East.
The firm is building a dedicated regional investment platform to drive infrastructure investments and related activities, underscoring its long-term commitment to one of the world’s most dynamic and strategically vital regions.
This next phase of I Squared’s regional strategy builds on the launch of its office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), representing a significant step toward establishing a fully integrated GCC-wide platform.
As part of this expansion, I Squared will open a new office in Riyadh in 2025, deepening its engagement with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The Riyadh office will focus on opportunities in energy transition, digital innovation, infrastructure development and the development of capital markets.
To support this expansion, I Squared has hired Ali Mandour as managing director. Mandour, who has extensive invest
