Innovation
Private Equity - Investing
Somerston invests in private equity through its Innovation arm which focuses on late stage durable, technology-enabled businesses and essential infrastructure.
We closed Fund I after a very successful run of 900% gross return and net DPI of 4.58x after six years. We have subsequently launched Fund II at the start of 2026, which is currently open for external investment until until the commitment cap is reached. Please contact us for more information.
Trans Pacific Networks
Creating an undersea network directly connecting Asia to the US
Trans Pacific Networks is part of the Echo undersea telecommunication network connecting the US to Indonesia, Singapore, and Australia while avoiding political hotspots. TPN is adding additional systems across the Pacific theater to form one cohesive network.
Somerston recognises the application of disruptive technology across multiple industries, seeking to leverage these advancements to create exceptional opportunities for returns. For further details please contact us.
Private Markets
We invest directly and alongside aligned families and specialist managers. Core areas include AI infrastructure, fintech, autonomy and defence, digital infrastructure, advertising technology, and smart-city platforms. We back founder-led teams with disciplined unit economics, clear routes to scale, and strong governance. We add value through strategic input, board support, and access to our network across industry and finance. Sourcing is relationship-driven and research-led, and we remain selective so we can concentrate capital in high-conviction positions.
Innovation team
Fund II Investment Thesis
The most compelling investment opportunities lie with companies that either invest or are early adopters of transformative technologies. These disrupters, often operating at the intersection of scientific advancement and market demand, can generate outsized returns as they scale.
Traditional investors are often slow to recognize the magnitude of the shifts underway. Our experience with the Somerston Innovation Fund I demonstrates that a focused, thesis-driven approach to this private equity space can deliver exceptional risk-adjusted returns.
An added benefit to investing in these companies from the view of a late-stage venture capital fund is that funds are more quickly returned to investors rather than sitting as paper gains well beyond the expected life of the fund.