Investment Structures Built for Growth
Helping founders, investors, family offices and growing businesses choose the right investment vehicle across Singapore and ASEAN.
Whether you're investing in a startup, acquiring a business, raising capital or establishing a regional holding structure, Gateway helps you design the right legal and commercial framework, not just incorporate another company.
Problems We Solve
What are you trying to achieve?
Compare Investment Structures
| Business Objective | Recommended Structure |
|---|---|
| Hold startup shares | Investment Holding Company |
| Single investment | SPV |
| Multiple investors | LP or SPV |
| Regional group | Holding Company |
| Family wealth | Trust / Family Office |
| Venture investments | LP |
| Property investment | SPV |
| Joint Venture | SPV |
Need help deciding? Use our Structure Advisor above.
Our Investment Solutions
Investment Holding Company
Ideal for businesses holding shares, intellectual property or regional subsidiaries.
Best for:
- Long-term investments
- Dividend holding
- Group restructuring
- ASEAN expansion
Singapore Limited Partnership (LP)
A flexible investment vehicle commonly used for syndicated investments, venture investments and private investment arrangements.
Suitable for:
- Angel syndicates
- Venture investments
- Investment clubs
- Private equity style investments
- Passive investment structures
Why choose an LP?
- Tax transparency (subject to applicable tax rules)
- Lower ongoing compliance compared to a company
- Flexible profit-sharing arrangements
- Suitable for investment-focused activities
Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)
A dedicated legal entity established for a specific investment, acquisition or project.
Best for:
- Startup investments
- Acquisitions
- Joint ventures
- Property investments
- Fundraising rounds
Regional Holding Company
Centralise ownership of businesses across Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia.
Ideal for:
- ASEAN expansion
- Tax planning
- Group governance
- Investment management
Family Investment Structure
Helping families organise investments with long-term governance and succession planning in mind.
How We Advise
Unlike firms that simply incorporate entities, Gateway starts with your commercial objectives. Every engagement considers:
- Investment purpose
- Tax implications
- Future fundraising
- Exit strategy
- Regulatory requirements
- Cross-border ownership
- Governance
- Compliance obligations
- Long-term scalability
Our Process
Step 1
Strategy Consultation
Understand your investment objectives, stakeholders and jurisdictions.
Step 2
Structure Design
Recommend the most suitable legal and commercial structure.
Step 3
Documentation
Prepare incorporation, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements and governance documents.
Step 4
Establishment
Incorporation, bank account support, registrations and ongoing administration.
Step 5
Ongoing Support
Corporate secretarial, accounting, tax, compliance and restructuring as your investment evolves.
Why Gateway?
We don't just incorporate entities. We help clients design investment structures that support:
- Capital raising
- Business acquisitions
- Asset protection
- Cross-border expansion
- Long-term governance
- Exit planning
With expertise spanning Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and the wider ASEAN region, Gateway provides practical advice that balances commercial objectives with regulatory compliance.
Planning an investment or acquisition?
Choosing the wrong structure today can create unnecessary tax costs, governance issues and restructuring expenses in the future. Speak with our advisors before you incorporate.
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