Jul 2025

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Machas & Partners advises on the establishment and licensing of the first AIFM under the Marketing Exemption for Non-EU AIF

Machas & Partners successfully advised on the establishment and licensing of the first hedge fund manager in Greece to manage a non-EU Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) under the marketing exemption regime. This milestone serves as evidence of the opportunities and prospects for the Greek financial market and the increasing attractiveness of Greece for the implementation of global investment strategies.

Our team, provided comprehensive legal advisory services throughout this unprecedented and complex licensing process with the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC), ensuring compliance with the strict licensing criteria and the unique requirements of the marketing exemption while also aligning the fund’s strategy with operational objectives.
Our client’s innovative approach to global equity markets showcases the potential of Greece as a trustworthy and prominent EU venue for the cross-border management of sophisticated international portfolios.