A.P. Moller Capital has named Matthew Lister as Vice President for Investor Relations and Fundraising in January 2026, with the A.P. Moller Capital appointment involving his relocation to Abu Dhabi to support capital raising, manage investor relationships, and align operations with the UAE’s expanding role in emerging market finance.
Lister will operate from Abu Dhabi, where he will oversee investor engagement across the Middle East and international markets. Through this role, he will support fundraising cycles and coordinate long-term capital partnerships. The A.P. Moller Capital appointment positions the firm closer to regional allocators.
Abu Dhabi investment leadership and regional access
The relocation reflects how Abu Dhabi has become a base for global investment management. As a result, firms increasingly place senior leadership in the UAE. The A.P. Moller Capital appointment follows this pattern and strengthens proximity to GCC institutional investors.
Before joining the firm, Lister led investor relations at ARCH Emerging Markets Partners in London. Earlier, he worked with Livingbridge and Coller Capital. Across these roles, he managed global investor communications and fundraising processes.
Professional background and financial expertise
Lister began his career in advisory and assurance roles at Deloitte UK, Mazars, and PwC. Over time, this experience built technical expertise in reporting, governance, and financial analysis. He holds ACA chartered accountant credentials and earned an economics degree from the University of Liverpool.
This background supports the operational goals tied to the A.P. Moller Capital appointment. It also aligns with the firm’s focus on disciplined investment structures and transparent investor reporting.
Next phase of A.P. Moller Capital’s regional operations
From Abu Dhabi, Lister will focus on strengthening long-term investor partnerships and supporting future capital formation across A.P. Moller Capital’s investment strategies. He will work closely with regional and global stakeholders to align fundraising activity with market conditions. He will also support A.P. Moller Capital regional operating platform, ensuring closer coordination between investors and portfolio teams.
As capital flows into the Middle East continue to rise, the A.P. Moller Capital appointment places senior investor leadership within the UAE, improving access to institutional capital and reinforcing A.P. Moller Capital’s presence in the regional investment ecosystem.
