Ariel Re Completes First Fundraising Round for New Capital Platform, ARCP
Ariel Re has successfully completed its inaugural fundraising round for its new third-party capital platform, Ariel Re Capital Partners (ARCP). The platform, launched in 2024, is designed to offer smaller investors an accessible gateway to Ariel Re’s underwriting returns, with a streamlined process for entering the Lloyd’s of London market.
Empowering Smaller Investors
ARCP allows a diverse range of investors—including smaller funds, family offices, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals—to access Lloyd’s risk with a minimum investment of US$5 million via Syndicate 1910. The platform eliminates the need for investors to establish a Lloyd’s Corporate Member, thereby making it easier for a wider range of capital providers to participate.
Ariel Re confirmed that the ARCP platform successfully closed its first capital raise in December 2024, securing an initial group of investors. The vehicle utilizes the London Bridge 2 transformer model developed to attract alternative capital to Lloyd’s. While the company did not disclose the total amount raised, it noted that the initial investments will contribute approximately 10% of the capital needed for the 2025 year of account.
A New Opportunity for Diversification
Henry Paddison, Head of Capital Development and Investor Relations at Ariel Re, emphasized that ARCP simplifies the investment process for smaller investors seeking exposure to the Lloyd’s market, particularly through Syndicate 1910.
“We believe ARCP offers a significant opportunity for smaller investors looking to diversify their portfolios. We are thrilled with the success of our first capital raise,” Paddison stated.
He also highlighted that the platform will help Ariel Re attract a broader array of investors, providing a multi-year source of capital to support the company’s growth.
“There has been strong investor interest in this initial raise, and we are confident that ARCP will continue to provide a growing source of multi-year capital for Ariel Re in the future,” he added.
Innovative Capital Solutions
Burkhard Keese, Chief Financial Officer of Lloyd’s, remarked on the innovation behind the London Bridge 2 platform, noting its potential to attract institutional investors to Syndicate 1910.
“This fundraising round demonstrates the ability of London Bridge 2 to expand and diversify capital sources by tapping into a larger pool of institutional investors,”