Butterfield Fulcrum is one of the largest independent global fund administrators, serving hedge funds, fund of funds, private equity funds, real estate and institutional investment management clients. Headquartered in Bermuda, Butterfield Fulcrum has approximately 400 employees in ten locations across nine countries.

3i originally invested in Fulcrum Group in 2007, subsequently supporting the merger with Butterfield Fund Services in 2008.

The merger of the two businesses will result in significant business growth, more services for fund administration customers and career opportunities for employees. The combined global operations model and use of industry best practice, in addition to class-leading service and technology, will enable the Company to meet increasingly complex demands from its customers.