Octopus and Rampart merge under Resilience Group in Gibraltar

This strategic merger successfully completed on 1 July 2026 marks a significant milestone for the local business community, uniting two established local portfolios to further strengthen Gibraltar’s position as a premier British Overseas Territory.

Strengthening the Fiduciary and Corporate Service Offering on the Rock

By bringing Octopus and Ramparts together under the Resilience umbrella, the group establishes a comprehensive platform for local businesses, international founders, family offices, and corporate entities seeking to grow their presence in or relocate to Gibraltar.

• Octopus International Business Services Limited (www.octopus.gi): Brings over 20 years of trusted local heritage, specializing in seamless company formation, yacht registration, banking introductions, and corporate administration.
• Rampart Corporate Services Limited (www.ramparts.gi): Contributes a sophisticated suite of fiduciary services, including fund administration, trust and foundation management, and outsourced compliance (AML/KYC) support, with a stellar reputation in high-growth sectors like FinTech, AI, and crypto-assets.

A Shared Vision for Local Growth and Continuity

The partnership combines the local expertise, technical excellence, and heritage of both Gibraltar teams with enhanced resources and risk management capabilities. Local clients are assured of complete continuity, with existing management teams and staff from both Octopus and Ramparts working side by side to ensure the same high-level, personalized service they are known for.

Sharron Smith, Managing Director of Resilience Group Limited, commented: "Gibraltar is a world-class hub for international business, and we are thrilled to bring the talented teams from Octopus and Ramparts together. This merger aligns perfectly with our mission to build a resilient, multi-disciplinary professional services provider here on the Rock. By integrating our two experienced and respected local firms, we are uniquely positioned to help our clients navigate the complexities of the modern regulatory landscape while fostering long-term growth for our community."

Peter Howitt, Managing Director of Rampart Corporate Services Limited, added: "Joining forces under the Resilience Group family represents an exciting new chapter for Ramparts and Octopus. Our shared values of collaboration and technical excellence mean we can now offer our local and international clients an even greater depth of corporate, fiduciary, and compliance support right here in Gibraltar."

About the Merged Entities

• Resilience Group Limited: A Gibraltar-based private professional services group focusing on integrated risk management, corporate governance, and business resilience solutions. The Board of Directors consists of local industry professionals:
  • Sharron Smith – Managing Director
  • Heather Adamson – Corporate Strategy Director
  • Peter Pink-Howitt – Director/Legal Counsel
  • Cristina Collado Sanchez – Operations Director
  • Phil Cartwright – Business Development Director
• Octopus International Business Services Limited: Licensed by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC), Octopus is a leading corporate service provider specializing in company management, relocation services, and international business consultancy.
• Rampart Corporate Services Limited: A regulated Gibraltar-based professional services firm offering company management, fund administration, and fiduciary services. It continues to work closely with its sister law firm, Rampart Corporate Advisors Limited, to provide holistic legal and corporate solutions. Director, Heather Adamson, is Chairperson of the Gibraltar Funds and Investment Association, brings a wealth of fund expertise to the newly formed group.