H20 Capital represents the Larive Group in Malaysia. Together we support our clients with business intelligence, market entry and growth strategies, implementation, post-entry services, Public Private Partnerships, grants and finance.

Through H2O Capital’s multi-disiplinary and broad domestic and international experience base of its team, the company is able to provide strategic perspectives and deliver a competitive edge. H2O Capital Malaysia is led by Mr. Theo Bark, and Mr. Tham Yit Jin.

Some cases in collaboration between Larive and H2O Capital include companies in industries such as truck manufacturing, industrial components and services and service provider for oil & gas (upstream). Our work involved, among others, regulatory environment and legal framework analysis, market analysis and potential M&A opportunities and targets and advisory board setup.

With a population of over 32 million people, Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country that offers a diverse and robust economy spanning various sectors, including aquaculture, manufacturing, services, and agriculture. Its political stability, well-developed infrastructure, and favourable business environment make it an attractive destination for foreign investors.

Malaysia’s economy is driven by its thriving manufacturing and services sectors, both of which make significant contributions to the country’s GDP. Other significant sectors include oil and gas, agriculture, and tourism. To encourage foreign investment, Malaysia’s government has established free trade zones and tax incentives for foreign investors.

There are several opportunities for international businesses looking to invest in Malaysia. These include investing in the country’s advanced manufacturing sector, exploring the growing technology and innovation sectors, and utilizing the country’s strategic location for transportation and logistics operations. Being situated at the centre of Southeast Asia gives Malaysia easy access to a large and expanding market.

Malaysia’s highly skilled and multilingual workforce provides a valuable asset, offering significant opportunities to expand into the Malaysian market. Furthermore, the country’s focus on digital transformation and sustainable development initiatives, including the development of green technology and renewable energy, presents promising opportunities for international businesses looking to invest in Malaysia.