About

Who We Are

Established in 2006, Tembusu Partners is a boutique private equity firm in Singapore dedicated to supporting high growth ventures across Emerging Asia.

Leveraging our strategic location at the heart of Asia, we specialise in venture and growth-stage investments in fast-growing markets of Greater China, India, and Southeast Asia. Our deep understanding of markets, investment cycles and complex cultural nuances grants us clarity and insight in making our investments. We manage capital from our investors and partners across Asia, Europe, and America. To date, we have completed more than S$300 million worth of private equity transactions.

Tembusu invests in disruptive technology that we believe have strong potential to drive innovation in key focus sectors such as financial and business services, consumer services, education and healthcare. With an advisory board and investment committee comprising well-connected corporate leaders and industry veterans ranging from technology to business services, we are committed to supporting founders and companies in their global growth.

Mission Statement

At Tembusu Partners, we see our mission from 3 different perspectives:

  • FOR INVESTORS

    Our growth-oriented funds generate superior risk-adjusted returns for stakeholders and empower them to invest with confidence.

  • FOR PORTFOLIO COMPANIES

    We work closely with innovative and high performing management teams to create value and unlock growth in and beyond Asia.

  • FOR COMMUNITIES

    The success of our portfolio companies and respect for local communities, help build sustainable employment and empowerment.

Tembusu Tree

Tembusus are very hardy trees which can thrive and bloom even under adverse conditions. A native tree of secondary forest, it is well adapted to grow on poor soils in open areas. A long-lived tree, it can live up to 150 to 200 years. It can reach a height of about 25 metres. Its wood is very hard and resistant to rot and termites. It can be used for making bridges, rafts, chopping boards, furniture, and house building.

The grand old Tembusu tree at Singapore Botanical Gardens Lawn E probably predates the Gardens, having established itself naturally on the wasteland left by gambir planting before the site was acquired by the Botanic Gardens. This tree has been identified as a heritage tree and is featured on the Singapore $5 currency note and in postage stamps.

– For the love of the Tembusu, The Straits Times 9 June 2007.