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Asia Prospects vision is to provide exposure to maturing emerging markets with
extraordinary growth potential
Asia Prospects
Asia Prospects is an advisory company specialising in property investment opportunities in emerging markets in South Asia.
From identifying land, through to exit, our team of industry professionals deliver a step-by-step service to maximise profits from land price increases
The Asia Prospects competitive advantage lies in our grassroots strategy, involving extensive due diligence and an unrivalled
on-the-ground presence that has been nurtured since our launch in 2008
Our approach allows for minimum entry-level pricing, which in turn reduces risk and removes many of the obstacles and challenges faced
by independent speculators
Asia Prospects has a global network staffed by over 30 employees, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and across Indonesia
Hong Kong
Sri Lanka
Singapore
Indonesia
Above Right: Aerial view of the Oberoi Hotel, Lombok
Left: The striking views found within the Gili Islands
Our Method
An on-the-ground presence ensures foresight of prospective infrastructure projects and tourism developments. With this in-depth
knowledge, Asia Prospects is ideally placed to locate undervalued land with the greatest potential for extraordinary growth and offering the
very best investment outcomes
With reference to our comprehensive bank of proprietary data on land values, supported by transactional evidence, acquisitions are made
at base-cost and in partnership with local land-owners
Working with full transparency, on a project-by-project basis, our team delivers a hands-on approach with its advice on investment,
development, and land management
Each opportunity undergoes a thorough due-diligence process carried out by local and international legal advisors Limcharoen Hughes &
Glanville, prominent specialists in property markets across South East Asia
Above Left: The Asia Prospects team survey potential land in Flores
Above Right: Fisherman on the Northwest coast of Lombok
Right: Selong Belanak Beach, South Lombok
Asia Prospects partners with local land owners for minimum entry-level pricing
Why Indonesia?
Voted in 2010 as one of the top destinations for foreign investment by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Listed as a top ten country improving their investor protections by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in 2010
Direct investment has grown to a record 175 trillion Indonesian Rupiah (19.3 billion USD), a rate that will see Indonesia outpace many of
its neighbours in the battle to attract investors
Fitch Ratings moved the country into investment grade by granting a long-term and local currency debt rating of Baa3 in Q1 2012
With a GDP growth of 6.4% in 2011, Indonesia has outperformed its regional neighbours to join China and India as the only G20
members posting growth during the Global Financial Crisis
2010A 2011A 2012E 2013E
Real GDP (%YoY)
Domestic Demand (% YoY)
Inflation (CPI) (% YoY)
Current Account, BoP (% of GDP)
6.1
5.7
5.1
0.9
6.4
6.0
5.4
0.7
5.6
4.9
5.0
1.0
6.5
6.9
5.5
0.8
Source: Morgan Stanley Global Forecast, Nov 2011
A country with vast economic potential
Above: Jakarta is the administrative and business capital of Indonesia
Left: Rice paddies in Bali; Indonesia is the 3rd largest exporter of rice globally
Market Analysis
Asia Prospects identifies plots of land in Lombok that are
well below market value and where growth is predicted,
influenced by:
Beachfront land in South Lombok has seen prices for plots rise by
300-400% in the past 4-5 years, whilst remaining at 10% or less of
equivalent sites in Bali.
The recent opening of Lombok International Airport,
which is expected to handle 2.4 million visitors per
annum by 2015, a 300% increase over traffic at the old
site
Land Price Comparisons
Predicted
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Growing domestic demand which accounted for 55.5%
of GDP in 2011
Rising Asian affluence, driving demand for holiday
destinations. Tourism authority ‘IPK International’ state
that Asians account for 18% of the world travel market
USD per 100 m2 (ARE, in millions IDR)
The development of the government backed resort,
Mandalika in Kuta Bay, South Lombok; due to include
a selection of hotels, golf courses, an integrated theme
park, and potentially an F1 race track
800.00
750.00
700.00
650.00
600.00
550.00
500.00
450.00
400.00
350.00
300.00
250.00
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150.00
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Above: A Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737-800 arriving at
Lombok International Airport, overlooking Mount Rinjani
Right: Kuta Bay, South Lombok at sunrise
Gili Islands, Lombok
Kuta Beach, South Lombok
Selong Belanak, South Lombok
North Lombok
2013
2014 2015
Seminyak, Bali
Bukit, Bali
Canggu, Bali
Source: Ibu Retno, Notaris
A region of remarkable and unspoilt natural beauty
Emerging tourist destinations with unique potential
Bali
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Sumbawa
Lombok
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The Current Portfolio
Asia Prospects has identified land within
Indonesia’s Nusa Tenggara Province, and
has subsequently overseen the acquisition
of over 50 hectares (500,000 square
metres) of beach front land in Lombok,
Gili Trawangan and Sumbawa.
Left: White sand beach on Gili Trawangan
The team has also sourced a number of new
plots that are significantly below comparable
market value and show the same potential
for significant growth.
1. Serangan Beach, South Lombok
2. Selong Belanak Beach, South Lombok
3. Kuta Beach, South Lombok
4. Gili Trawangan Development, Lombok
5. Gangga Waterfall, Lombok
6. Moyo Island, Sumbawa
Serangan Beach, South Lombok
155,000m² beach front land
Accessibility: 30 minutes from Lombok International Airport
The access point to one of the best surfing breaks in Indonesia, Serangan Beach is a mecca for surf enthusiasts from around the world.
Considered as one of Lombok’s most iconic headlands, the beach has dramatic views across the bay and has retained an unspoilt and tranquil
atmosphere.
Above Left: Sunrise from top of Serangan headland
Above Right: The legendary Mawi surf break
Left: Inland view of Serangan beach
Selong Belanak Beach, South Lombok
58,200m² beach front land
Accessibility: 25 minutes from Lombok International Airport
Selong Belanak Beach is a utopia for discerning travellers searching for tropical perfection and is regarded as one of Lombok’s most beautiful
beaches. This is an area of exquisite natural beauty and serenity, boasting white powder sand and a calm turquoise sea, protected by a
teeming coral reef. Offering the best views of the headland, Selong Belanak Beach enchants all who visit.
Above Left: The picture perfect white sand of Selong Belanak Beach
Above Right: Magnificent sunset viewed from the bay
Right: Selong Belanak Bay, South Lombok
Kuta Beach, South Lombok
20,000 m² beach front land
Accessibility: 20 minute drive from Lombok International Airport
Kuta Bay is South Lombok’s main area for tourism, especially now with the recent commencement of the nearby government backed
Mandalika tourism project. Kuta Beach is one of only two beach front plots available in Kuta Bay, aside from those owned by the resort, and
as such is particularly unique. Further tourists are anticipated to flock to this popular holiday destination to take advantage of the excellent
surfing, sailing and golfing facilities.
Above Left: The Kuta Bay Novotel, adjacent to the plot
Above Right: Surfers at Kuta Bay
Left: Sunset over Kuta Bay
Gili Trawangan Development, Lombok
18,200 m² beach front land
Accessibility: 1.5 hour drive from Lombok International Airport to North Lombok, followed by a ten minute boat ride. Or, a 1 hour boat ride
from Bali
Voted by Lonely Planet as one of the ‘Top Ten Destinations to Visit in 2011’, Gili Trawangan is the most popular of the Gili islands. The
allures are abundant with no motorised vehicles on the island, charming architecture, a vibrant coral reef and friendly multilingual locals.
With it’s flawless sandy beaches and turquoise waters Gili Trawangan is an idyllic tourist destination.
Above Left: World class diving found off Gili Trawangan
Above Right: Gili Trawangan overlooking Mount Agung, Bali
Left: Show villa on site
Gangga Waterfall, Lombok
44,000 m² land
Accessibility: 2 hours drive from Lombok International Airport
The Gangga waterfall plot is positioned in the foothills of the renowned Mount Rinjani. This luscious and secluded parcel of land is a tropical
paradise only accessible through private roads, where one can enjoy stunning sunrise views of Mount Rinjani and sunset views over the Bali
basin.
Above Left: View from Gangga Waterfall plot
Above Right: Aerial view of majestic Mount Rinjani
Right: Mountain waterfalls on the land at Gangga
Moyo Island, Sumbawa
60,000 m² beach front land
Accessibility: Flight or ferry from Bali
Moyo Island is a forested nature reserve overflowing with flora and fauna, with wonderful views of volcanic peaks on nearby islands.
Immaculate white sanded beach front leads onto some of the best scuba diving and snorkeling in Indonesia, with pristine reefs
bursting with a colourful display of sea life.
Above Left: Moyo Beach
Above Right: View onto the untouched land from sea
Right: Limestone waterfalls on Moyo Island
Community
Having earned the trust and support of the communities we work within, Asia Prospects is committed to giving back in a long-term and
meaningful way. At the heart of all our business practices and policies is a promise to make a positive impact to the societies that we work
alongside. Everyone in the company regularly participates in volunteer educational and environmental programmes, and the business has
brought value through employment and education in addition to donating a percentage of annual net profits to local Non-Governmental
Organisations (NGO).
An official Asia Prospects sponsored foundation is due to be launched in 2013 that will channel funds directly to support the region on a
micro and macro level.
In addition, Asia Prospects is proud to support:
Left: Children at the local school in Serangan village, South Lombok
Directors
Adam Murray
Michael Davies
Esmond Baring
Peter Hunt
Tim Watson
CEO
Managing Director
Investment Director
Real Estate Director
Operations Director
Asia Prospects Advisory
Committee
(A.P.A.C)
Asia Prospects Advisory Committee has been
set up to seek additional advice from influential
Indonesian and Sri Lankan figureheads as well
as a Non Exec Board from the real estate and
investment / fund management industry.
To date, Asia Prospects has a number of
consultants on its committee who add value on
the markets we are doing business in as well as on
the exit strategy of individual assets we manage.
Adam has successfully founded and exited a
number of business over the past 12 years,
including the sale of Media Run in 2006, a leading
advertising network with offices across Europe
and Australia. Adam chose to move to Asia to
examine alternate investment opportunities and
discovered the unique potential of acquiring land
at ground level on Lombok. Subsequently he
founded Asia Prospects in 2008, which now has
offices in Indonesia, Singapore and Hong Kong
to support the rapid growth of the business. It is
Adam’s ambition to see Asia Prospects interests
expand into Sri Lanka, Burma, Vietnam and
Cambodia.
Previously a Director with Savills in Hong Kong,
Mike has over 15 years real estate experience
across Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
Michael has been involved in Asia Prospects since
2010 and his role is to oversee the management
of all assets within the portfolio, advising on
both entry and exit strategies. As owner and
developer of the luxury Wallawwa hotel in Sri
Lanka, Michael has a strong familiarity with
this region and one of his focuses will be to
grow Asia Prospects pipeline of opportunities
in the burgeoning Sri Lankan market. Michael
graduated from Cass Business School in London
with a Masters in Property Law and Valuation.
Originally an investment banker, Esmond worked
at UBS in New York and London. Capitalising on
the frontier opportunities in Asia, Esmond moved
to Vietnam in 2009 to set up and build a boutique
investment bank. Esmond joined Asia Prospects
in 2011 to provide advice on corporate and
product structuring, and is based in Singapore.
Esmond will be managing the investment side
of the business from Singapore. He has a BA in
Economics and French from the University of
Virginia.
Peter has ten years of property related experience
in a diverse range of markets, with an impressive
track record. A qualified member of the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Peter has
worked for Knight Frank and Merrill Lynch in
London and CBRE in Hong Kong representing
Investment Banks in acquisitions of their Asian
Head Quarters. Peter subsequently relocated
to Indonesia at the start of 2011 to manage
Asia Prospects portfolio of investments from
acquisition through to the exit of each individual
asset.
Tim joined Adam at Asia Prospects in 2009
when its Indonesian subsidiary was founded.
Tim acts as mediator and coordinator for Asia
Prospects in Indonesia, developing and managing
relationships at ground level to facilitate current
and prospective projects. Having worked for
3 years on disaster relief, construction and
development projects across the Indonesian
archipelago he has gained vital knowledge and
understanding of Indonesian customs, dialects,
culture and religious differences, as well as each
island’s infrastructure.
Partners
Accountants
Indonesian Solicitors
Travel Partners
International Lawyers
Bankers
Right: Aerial view of Kuta Bay, South Lombok
Asia Prospects Limited
www.asiaprospects.com
[email protected]
Singapore
33 Pekin Street
02-01A Far East Square
Singapore 048763
Tel: +65 6536 0403
Hong Kong
8/F Kaliey Tower
16 Stanley Street
Central, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 8170 3716
Indonesia
Jalan Taman Wisata
Tibubeneng
Komplek Canggu Plaza
Canggu, Kuta Utara
Bali, Indonesia
Tel: +62 361 844 6599
Disclaimer: In accordance with the Misrepresentation Act 1967 and the Mis-description Act 1991, these details have been prepared in good faith, they are not intended to constitute part of an offer or
contract. No description or information given about the land assets or their value may be relied upon as a statement of representation or fact. All of the photographs and artist’s impressions shown are
indicative and cannot be guaranteed.
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