The inspiration for the Basileus Group's name has been derived from the Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri), a large Penguin species found in Antarctica. The Emperor Penguin is the only penguin species that breeds during the Antarctic winter. With temperatures reaching -40 degrees Centigrade and wind speeds reaching 108 knots (200 kilometers per hour) the male species incubate and protect the egg while the female penguins leave to feed. During this time the Emperor Penguin fast for up to 115 days while waiting their turn to leave the colony and feed. This demonstrates tremendous commitment, determination and responsibility.
Basileus Capital grew out of the Abante Group. The Abante Group is a Cape Based Investment Group with similar characteristics to Basileus. The Abante Group is a diverse set of South African financial services companies. It was formed in May 2002 and has grown to employ more than 30 staff members spread through out the group.
The Basileus Group comprises of:
Basileus Investment Holdings is the Group's vehicle for holding the various projects it engages in and companies it invests in.
Basileus Properties (Proprietary) Limited is the Group's vehicle for holding various property related projects it engages in.
Basileus Capital (Proprietary) Limited is the primary operational business within the Basileus Group. The business of Basileus Capital is to advise, organize, operate and support the Group's investments. As such Basileus Capital houses the Group's advisory, corporate finance, investment management, capital structuring and related skills.
Basileus Holdings is the holding company for the Group.