Grant Thornton Advisors expands multinational platform

Grant Thornton Advisors has expanded its multinational platform, which it created earlier this year with Grant Thornton Ireland, by merging in three additional firms – while continuing active discussions with several others for further mergers. 

Grant Thornton UAE, Grant Thornton Luxembourg, and Grant Thornton Cayman are the firms joining the multinational platform that was established with the backing of an investor group led by New Mountain Capital. 

The expanded platform will continue to be part of the Grant Thornton International network, which comprises member firms in more than 150 markets worldwide. 

As a united platform, the five firms can now offer broader capabilities to a growing client base and further enhance the talent and quality of their unified advisory and tax services. 

The expansion creates a team of more than 13,000 professionals across more than 50 offices in the US, Ireland, the United Arab Emirates, Luxembourg, the Cayman Islands, and other territories.

Jim Peko, chief executive of Grant Thornton Advisors, said: “Scaling our offerings and footprint underscores our focus on advancing a combined platform, with multinational experience and exemplary quality. 

“In a fast-moving business environment, clients need trusted advisors that deliver high-quality and innovative solutions across dynamic high-growth sectors and geographies. Our focus is on creating a world-class client experience.”

Andre Moura, managing director of New Mountain Capital, added: “This platform is unlike any other in the accounting and consulting industry – delivering a singular experience and exceptional quality. 

“We look forward to supporting Grant Thornton Advisors in bringing together additional service providers in our united, global structure.”