COMPANY PORTFOLIO 2016

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CONTENTS

3 HISTORY

6 KEY PERSONNEL

9 PORTFOLIO

35 CULTURE

38 CHARITY Le Méridien, Tahiti We are one of Samoa’s most established family investment group. Our core values of business are based on:

FAMILY VALUES INTEGRITY LOYALT Y ETHICS TRADITIONAL ETHOS PROGRESS GREY INVESTMENT GROUP _ OUR HISTORY

Our History. GREY INVESTMENT GROUP

When travellers talk of their adventures Holden, Tia Carera, Cher­yll Ladd, Royalty and experiences in the South Seas, the and Presidents. name ‘Aggie Grey’s’ is bound to come up. Some of this legendary status is due Built as the International Hotel, the to James Michener’s “Tales of the South original wooden building was removed Pacific”, but most can be attributed to its from its first site around 1900 and popularity with travellers who found it a re­built where Sheraton Samoa Aggie South Pacific haven. Grey’s Hotel and Bungalow now stands in Apia, on the harbour’s edge. The original Hotel was founded by It was once again dismantled­ in 1987 Aggie Grey – the daughter of William to make way for newer accommoda- Swann and his beautiful Samoan Bride tion facilities, which guests enjoyed Pele – in 1933, as the British Club. Then until recently, be­fore the hotel sadly during WWII, it became renowned among suffered structural impairment in the American servicemen stationed in Samoa cyclone of December 2012. seeking respite from their duties. Aggie’s charm, charisma and unfailing hospitality Over the years, the Hotel has been drew many guests, plenty of whom developed, expanded and modernised, left as friends. and is now undergoing a $25m USD complete make-over after damage su­ In the fifties these guests included actor stained from Cyclone Evan. The Hotel Gary Cooper, and the cast and crew of will be rebuilt under comprehensive “Tales of the South Pacific”, as well as a planning, nearly doubling its rooms and whole constellation of Hollywood stars; improving its facilities when it reopens Marlon Brando, Raymond Burr, William early 2016.

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 3 Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel & Bungalows

While the Aggie Grey’s Hotel was only five minutes commute from making its iconic name known in the Samoa’s main airport, Faleolo Inter­ Pacific, during the 70’s and 80’s Alan “Aggie’s charm, charisma and national. With its superb location, the Grey, the son of Aggie Grey, started unfailing hospitality drew Resort allows travellers a quick and working in the family business and effortless gateway to the start of their saw new opportunities. many guests, plenty of whom Samoan holiday, a facility that had left as friends” been previously missing. These included starting Samoa Scenic Tours, a service set up for tours and hotel More recent investments include the transfers on the mainland – and Apia acquisition of Le Meridian Hotel in Bottling, which has become the largest grown an expansive and varied portfolio, Tahiti for $15m USD in 2012; the re- drinks and ice-cream manufacturer in all of which has proven to be very profit- development of Le Penina Country Club, Samoa. Serving the Hotel’s needs and able. During this period, the group has Golf Course & Entertainment Functions sourcing goods from abroad, Apia become Samoa’s largest employer out- Centre; and Samoa’s first Condominium Bo­­ttling also started importing foreign side of government, providing valuable & Time Share Village development, due food, beverages and healthcare products. jobs and opportunities to our community. to be developed in 2016. It has now grown into the largest im­ porter of foreign beers into Samoa. Developed as a sister piece to The Grey Investment Group continues Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel and to progress their portfolio in the Pacific After recognising opportunities to Bungalow in Apia in collaboration with region; constantly on the lookout for diversify the family business, in the early the Samoan government,­ in 2005 the new opportunities, it looks to diversify 1990’s Alan Grey founded Grey Invest­ Grey Invest­ment Group opened the and grow in emerging markets and ment Group. The group has since sort doors of the $25m USD Aggie Grey’s for developments to add its rapidly to extend its ventures beyond its Lagoon, Beach Resort & Spa. The Resort expanding asset base. successful business history of its legen­ offers a whole new family holiday dary Hotels and Resorts, and have experience in paradise and is situated

4 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 We’re one of the Largest Private Employers in Samoa.

We love working with people and helping the wider community - the group employs close to 1,000 people in Samoa, and nearly 500 in Tahiti, French Polynesia. This makes us the largest employer in Samoa outside of the government, ensuring on-going positive contribution to the Samoan economy. GREY INVESTMENT GROUP _ KEY PERSONNEL

A Wealth Of Experience. GREY INVESTMENT GROUP KEY PERSONNEL

ALAN GREY Commodore Apia Yacht Club CHAIRMAN Manu Samoa Rugby Football Union Representative Player Alan founded the Group in the late 1980’s. He has been Represented Samoa in Sailing and Yachting at the South instrumental in laying the foundations for what is known today Pacific Games as the Grey Investment Group and the diverse portfolio. Alan’s professional history spans as one of Samoa and the South Induction into the Hall of Fame for Samoa sport Pacific’s most well known and respected business executives. Patron of Many Sporting Bodies, Charities and Non Some of Alan’s past and current roles have included: Government Organisations Chairman and Director Central Bank of Samoa Some of Alan’s Awards include: Outstanding Service Award Chairman and Director Bank of Western Samoa for service to Samoa and the Business Community awarded Formerly Owned by the Government of Samoa and the Bank by the Samoan Government. of New Zealand (Now the ANZ Bank Samoa Limited).

Chairman and Director Samoa Industrial Gases FREDERICK GREY DIRECTOR (Now BOC Gas Samoa Limited) Fred’s background has been largely tourism and development Chairman and Director Polynesian Airlines based. Fred has a degree in Economics and Political Science Chairman and Director Samoa Visitors Bureau from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand along with an (Now Samoa Tourism Authority) Advanced Diploma in Hotel Management from the prestigious Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Director Virgin Samoa Airlines Australia as well as a Diploma in Hotel Management from the Chairman Samoa Hotel Association IHTTI Hotel Management School in Neuchatel, Switzerland. Chairman and President Samoa Rugby Football Union Inc. Fred played representative Rugby for Samoa A against New Treasurer Samoa Rugby Football Union Inc. Zealand A and the New Zealand Maori team. When off the field, Fred was also actively involved in captaining President Samoa Rotary Association

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Building on Aggie Grey’s legacy, new generations of the Grey family have continued to expand and explore new ventures.

Samoan Long Boats who were the first ever Samoan team TANYA GREY to win a Long Boat Race in the sports ancient history within DIRECTOR American Samoa. Tanya is dedicated to the accounting, finance and management divisions of the Grey Investment Group. Fred has been responsible for the Group’s growth into new markets and ventures. One of the largest develop­ Having studied Accounting, Tanya’s skill set and knowledge ments to date was developing and building of the 145 Room base has become finely honed with years of hands-on Aggie Grey’s Lagoon, Beach Resort & Spa in Samoa at a experience in handling day-to-day financial operations for cost of $25m USD. This was considered the country’s first a broad variety of businesses helping to develop long-term ever large scale resort. financial strategic planning and direction for the Group. Fred has also developed Samoa’s only greenfields natural Unrivalled in her experience of Hotel Accounting and water export plant which was launched in 2008 at a cost of Management systems, she also has a wealth of applied $8m USD. When not busy working on the business, Fred knowledge in general business management, business account currently sits on a number of boards such as Virgin Samoa systems, and business-dedicated information technology. Airlines and the Board of Directors for Samoa Tourism.

With over 20 years experience in all levels of the business, Looking to the future, Fred is currently in the early stages of Tanya continues to be a pivotal asset and contributor towards introducing Samoa’s first ever boutique casinos to be launched Grey Investment Group’s continuing growth and success and in 2016 along with a condominium development on one of the Groups growth in the pacific region. Samoa’s premier beach front locations near the countrie’s International Airport.

Fred has also been tasked by the Government of Samoa to Lead and Chair the Airline Taskforce Committee of Samoa which is tasked with encouraging more airline carriers and air- line capacity to Samoa from Asia, North and Central America.

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 7 Le Méridien, Tahiti OUR PORTFOLIO STATEMENT

We see potential in investments that create jobs for people and provide support for their communities.

Hotels and Resorts Budget Accommodation Gaming and Entertainment Golf Course and Country Club Banking Energy Resources Bottling Facilities Manufacturing and Distribution Import and Export Tour Operations Transportation Services Airline Catering International Airlines Property Development PORTFOLIO _ HOTELS AND RESORTS

Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel & Bungalows.

Over the years the hotel has hosted ethos of the original hotel and its FEATURES 200 ROOMS AND many famous people and has steadily rich history. THE LARGEST CONFERENCE / evolved to acknowledge the ever changing needs of travellers. The new and improved hotel will be MEETING FACILITIES IN SAMOA re­launched early 2016 managed by Sadly damaged by Cyclone Evan in Starwood Hotels and Resorts falling Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel December 2012, the hotel has had to be under the Sheraton Group of Hotels & Bungalows offers its valued visitors rebuilt in its entirety. However, out of the and Resorts with a four and a half star hospitality that is unsurpassed in ashes has come an exciting new stage rating, making it the premier hotel of the South Pacific. Legendary for a of life for the hotel, with the Sheraton its kind within Samoa. It will have 200 relaxed and welcoming­ environment, Group having secured management rooms and the largest Con­ference at the hotel guests find gracious rights of the hotel for the next 10 years. and Meeting Facilities available at a service, full amenities and straight A collaboration between the two groups, cost of $25m USD. from the heart smiles. The hotel was Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel & founded in Apia in 1933 by Aggie Grey, Bungalows is in the process of being and became a renow­ned club in the comprehensively redesigned and re-­ South Pacific for American servicemen built with increased rooms and impro­­ved stationed in Samoa during WWII. facilities, all the while re­taining the

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Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Resort.

and bordering a beautiful white sand to bring them in line with Sheraton’s FEATURES 145 ROOMS beach, Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s exacting standards, while continuing Resort offers a relaxing tropical to offer the same warmth and hospit­ hideaway. Offering full facilities and the ality Aggie Grey’s is renown for. Opened in 2005, we selected a piece of legendary Aggie Grey’s gracious hospit­ paradise to develop the ultimate tropical ality and service, guests are welcomed sheratonsamoaaggiegreysresort.com holiday retreat. Here in this beach front with a smile and treated as a guest in location where Solent Flying Boats their home. A destination for romantic anchored during their famous Coral escapes, a family holiday, a short break Route flights in the 1950’s, and where or a group event, the resort provides the James Michener began writing ‘Tales of idyllic location. the South Pacific’, the stylish Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Resort is situated. After a successful eight years, Grey Investment Group will be working with Nestled amongst 224 acres of colourful Starwood Hotels and Resorts as they tropical gardens and only five minutes takeover management of the resort for drive from Samoa’s main International the next 10 years. The resort will be Airport, amidst tall swaying palm trees renovated and the rooms refurbished

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 11 Le Méridien, Tahiti PORTFOLIO _ HOTELS AND RESORTS

Le Méridien Resort, Tahiti, French Polynesia.

views of the lagoon, the island of Moorea FEATURES 150 ROOMS and a coral garden. “Le Méridien Resort Tahiti is a modern and luxurious Alongside its enamouring setting, the Acquired in early 2012 by Grey resort offers many distractions for its Investment Group, Le Méridien Resort resort, aiming to offer the visitors: its Polynesian dance show is Tahiti is a modern and luxurious resort, opportunity to awaken accompanied by a delicious seafood aiming to offer opportunities to awaken the senses” buffet at La Plantation; the gourmet the senses. The resort offers a unique restaurant Le Carré, on the edge of the experience at the edge of a lagoon on lagoon, serves delicate cuisine; and one of the island’s most beautiful white the Art Workshop at L’Atelier is a place sandy beaches. dedicated to culture and artists.

The resort, renovated in 2010 – 2011 at www.lemeridientahiti.com a cost of $10m USD, offers exceptional

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 13 Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resort.

On the eastern side of Matira Point, tainment themed restaurant allows towards the southern end of the island, guests to peer into the glamorous film nestled amongst the idyllic tropical “One of the world’s most industry’s past. landscape is Sofitel Bora Bora Marara desired destinations – the Beach Resort. It is considered one of In 2016 this resort will join the portfolio the world’s most desired destinations Pearl of the Pacific.” of the Grey Investment Group, where with its turquoise lagoon and adjacent adventure and experience is at the sparkling white sands. heart of everything they provide.

Originally built as a luxurious base for plays homage to its historically elegant www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-0564-sofitel- Italian filmmaker, Dino De Laurentis in and chic inhabitants. A showcase of bora-bora-marara-beachresort/index. 1977, the resort’s architecture naturally vintage film memorabilia and an enter- shtml

14 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort Hotel.

be effortlessly satisfying. Featuring 114 options of Beach, Garden or Lagoon 114 BEAUTIFULLY DRESSED beautifully dressed bungalows compli- View accommodation means that this BUNGALOWS, WELLNESS mented by the Le Spa wellness centre, resort’s natural beauty goes beyond just the water. CENTRE AND MORE an infinity pool, 18 hole golf course and various water excursions. www.sofitel-moorea-iaora.com/en The French inspired ambiance is infused Located on the eastern side of Moorea with Tahitian hospitality, enhancing the is a realm of enchantment, the Sofitel breathtaking natural habitat that you Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort Hotel. The can appreciate from every angle when convenient location near the airport and staying at the resort. Offering not only the ferry dock allows for this escape to Over Water Bungalows; the additional

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 15 Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island.

This small, secluded, botanical island or request a private dinner service on is accessed by a 20 minute cruise from CHAMPAGNE SUNSETS its pristine beach underneath the stars. the mainland. Upon arrival you will be AND PRIVATE welcomed by the ultimate “motu” exper- The future of this private island is with the ience of flawless beaches and 50 DINNER SERVICES Grey Investment Group; a group which luxurious accommodation villas. values and defines luxury standards.

True to its rare nature, it is one of few At the beginning of 2012 the private www.sofitel.com/gb/hotel-2755- sofitel- resorts to be surrounded by both a la- island undertook major infrastructure bora-bora-private-island/index.shtml goon and the ocean. To preserve this improvements resulting in a new style tranquil and intimate oasis it is exclu- of service, solely focussing on the well- sively reserved for adults and children being of guests. Enjoy a champagne over the age of twelve. sunset situated on the top of the island,

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 17 We have a prosperous history of new development ventures in our portfolio. PORTFOLIO _ GAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT

Whitesands Samoa, Samoa’s Premier Casino Venues.

“Grey Investment Group is set Grey Investment Group is set to open to develop and open Samoa’s Samoa’s first two boutique casinos first two boutique casinos” within the next 6 months, with the first located within Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Beach Resort, and the second casino in the main city, Apia. The venture has been backed by the The first venue will have 6 tables and Government of Samoa at an investment 100 slotmachines, and the second of $5m USD, and it promises to be ven­ue will have 24 tables and 220 slot an exciting new destination for tourists machines. and visitors to Samoa.

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 19 PORTFOLIO _ GOLF COURSE AND COUNTRY CLUB

Le Penina Country Club, Golf Course and golf courses in the Pacific Islands to hold Entertainment Functions Centre is a this rating. The course boasts some of Le Penina new addition to the Grey Investment the most picturesque views out to the Group portfolio. Pacific which can easily put you off Golf Course your game! Situated five minutes from Samoa’s & Functions Faleolo International Airport and right Purchased two years ago it has recently behind Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s undergone a major transformation at Resort, the 18 hole golf course is PGA a cost of $3m USD. It has now reopened Centre. Australasia rated and one of only three with a new club house that doubles

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as a members lounge, entertainment contract win sees it being the new home and functions centre. of the Samoan Open and PGA South “The fale is a work of art, and Pacific tournament in 2014 onwards. a modern take on traditional Upstairs, the amazing 100 seater restaurant has a grand outlook over the www.lepeninagolf.com Samoan architecture” golf course and out to the Pacific Ocean.

The two storey roof of the fale is a work of art and a modern take on traditional Samoan architecture. Le Penina’s latest

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 21 PORTFOLIO _ BANKING

National Bank of Samoa. “NBS aims to be the financial institution of first choice in Samoa, and looks to provide the highest quality service.”

22 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 National Bank of Samoa their Ezibank Prepaid Mobile (NBS) is a fully locally own- Top Up. Both products were a ed bank in Samoa. The NBS great success and set a solid offers a broad range of bank- platform in the market place ing products and services to for bigger and greater things governmental, business and to come. NBS regard the personal customers. NBS aims launch of their mobile phone to be the financial institution banking as only phase one of first choice in Samoa, and in the strategic upgrade and looks to provide the highest redevelopment of the bank. quality service across a full range of banking products for Grey Investment Group has the benefit of their customers shareholding in the National and all of Samoa. Bank of Samoa. While not on the board, it has been in- Alongside NBS’s mission to be volved with the business for a growth driven, ethical bank over 10 years. Although it has dedicated to Samoan culture, strong competition from the people and its customers, other three banks in Samoa; the bank also seeks to lead Westpac, ANZ and the Samoa through innovation of its ser- Commercial Bank; it has vices. Recently NBS launched gained in customer base Samoa’s first ever mobile and currently has a good phone banking service, and percentage of the total in 2012 in partnership with market in Samoa. Digicel continued to lead the market with new innovation as www.nbs.ws they announced the launch of

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Energy, BOC Gases Samoa.

BOC Samoa is a member of The Linde processing, environmental protection, Group which supplies compressed and wastewater treatment, welding and bulk gases, chemicals and equipment cutting, food processing and distribution, “For more than a century, the around the globe. The company develops glass production, electronics and company’s gases and expertise safe, sustainable and innovative solu- health care. tions for customers in many specialty have contributed to advances sectors, heavy industry and medical For over 30 years Grey Investment Group in industry” environments in Samoa. has been involved with the company (including previous trading when BOC For more than a century, the company’s Gases Samoa was known as Samoa gases and expertise have contributed to Industrial Gases). advances in industry and everyday life, including steelmaking, refining, chemical

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Apia Bottling Co Ltd Manufacturing, Importation & Distribution.

Initially founded to serve Sheraton 1990 the business started importing Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotels & Bunga­ goods for the tourism industry. low’s need of beverages and goods “The plant is the largest for their guests 40 years ago, Apia This sidearm of commercial activity manufacturer of ice, cordial Bottling has expanded over time expanded in scope over the years and in scope and breadth of its operations. Apia Bottling is now a major importer mixes, fruit juices, ice creams and distributor in Samoa of food, bev- and chilli sauce in Samoa” Currently the plant is the largest erage and healthcare products, and is manufacturer of ice, cordial mixes, fruit currently the largest importer of foreign juices, ice creams and chilli sauces in beers in the country. Samoa, alongside a popular domestic water brand. www.apiabottling.com

As the tourism and tourist expectations developed so did Apia Bottling, and in

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PORTFOLIO _ BOTTLING FACILITIES AND EXPORT

Samoa Artesian Water. WATER PLANT AND BOTTLING FACILITIES

After seeing an opportunity ations in Samoa. The water is renowned design and plant is currently fulfilling back in 2008 to take a local gradually filtered through the interactive company, to assist orders for Australian, New artesian water to the world, unique tropical ecosystem on the creation of the brand Zealand, Mexico, US and Grey Investment Group creat- and naturally fills the aquifer. and marketing. Asian markets. ed the brand Samoa Artesian This combination makes it Water; Samoa’s first and only the ideal location to create a The water plant took over two www.samoanwater.com greenfields natural water water plant and also helps years to develop and launch, export plant. provide it with the purest and after the official opening waters in the world, due to it’s in 2008 saw the water plant In 2006, the Group discovered remote location away from start to mass produce the a large water aquifer that sits impurities and city pollution. water to take on the likes of under a lush volcanic terrain Grey Investment Group com- Fiji Water. The initial build cost on one of the remotest plant- missioned Supply, a world came in at $8m USD and the

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Samoa Scenic Tours & Inbound Services.

Samoa Scenic Tours & Inbound Services culture, shopping, sporting and leisure genuine and friendly Samoan culture is fully owned by the Grey Investment activities on offer. of hospitality. Group. With more than 45+ years in the tourism industry it has become the lar- Recent large contract wins of House of Represented in all continents, Samoa gest provider of tours, transfers, tourist Travel and Flight Centre have meant that Scenic is carried by a multitude of transportation, cruise ship tours and air- Samoa Scenic is now the largest Samoan tourism and travel agencies of large to line charter tours in the Samoa region. Inbound Booking agent, taking care of medium scale around the world, includ- the logistics and welfare of hundreds of ing being represented globally through As well as being the most experienced travellers each week. From getting off Flight Centre’s many international tour operator in Samoa, they have the the plane at the International Airport, branches, Air New Zealand / AOT Group, largest and most modern fleet of fully through to visiting the other island of and Holiday Specialists. air-conditioned mini vans through to Savaii or completing day tours around large tour coaches. All the tour guides the island, Samoa Scenic helps travellers www.samoascenictours.com are locals and are experienced in giving take care of their journey in and around a truly unique Samoan experience of the Samoa. It’s all topped off with that

28 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 To Sua Ocean Trench, Lotofaga Village © David Kirkland PORTFOLIO _ TOUR AND TRANSPORT SERVICES

Tahiti Nui Travel, TAHITI’S LARGEST INBOUND AND TOUR OPERATOR

Internationally recognised as the Being the largest Inbound Operator they welcome their mutual guests in travel figure of the islands of Tahiti in Tahiti it has annual revenues of the most traditional ways. by distinguished international leading USD$140 million plus and services Tahiti Nui Travel offers the largest, travel companies and cruises, Tahiti over 100,000 tourists in Tahiti annually. modern and most comfortable air- Nui Travel is the leading operator Tahiti Nui Travel also has a minority conditioned fleets in Tahiti with a total for French Polynesia. The company stake in Air Tahiti Nui, the national of 37 vehicles (from luxury Porsche was established in 1965 and their airline of Tahiti. Tahiti Nui Travel is vehicles for VIP private transfers , mission was not only to share their also Tahiti’s largest transportation minibuses to large coaches seating culture with international visitors and full service Travel Company. They approximatively 650 up to 700 but to also provide visitors with all deliver first class transportation and seating capacity at any one time). their travel arrangements, required personalised welcome services and Tahiti Nui Travel has a strong network to ensure an unforgettable journey in tours of Tahiti and it’s Islands. They with international companies located the Polynesian Islands. As the largest have an international reputation for worldwide. Tahiti Nui Travel is the On- Inbound Operator in Tahiti, they offer outstanding service to independent Site for Virtuoso, the travel industry’s a wide range of products throughout travellers (FIT), international Cruise leading luxury network, spanning the vast and exotic islands of Tahiti; companies, Group tours and Incentive over 26 countries and 9,000 travel a guarantee for the best rates and houses. With a dedicated team of advisors. access to the largest hotel and resort hostesses and guides available at the inventories, sales & marketing support. airport on every international flight, tahitinuitravel.com

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Ambitious & successful - we instil our values into world recognised brands.

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34 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 Virgin Samoa, International Airlines.

Virgin Samoa, formerly Polynesian Blue, Blue would change its name to Virgin entertainment options via passengers is a Virgin Australia Holdings Airline that Samoa. Most of the flights between New personal screens. flies between Samoa, Australia and New Zealand and Samoa on Virgin Samoa are Zealand. The Airline is 51 percent owned by direct flights which means passengers The airline combines the quality service the Government of Samoa with the Grey get to their destination faster and easier. of the Virgin airline brand with friendly Investment Group, and 49 percent owned Samoan culture and hospitality. by ASX listed Virgin Australia Holdings. Virgin Samoa aircraft does not com- promise on quality, with a sleek interior www.virginaustralia.com/ws/en/ It’s history saw Polynesian Blue take over to match the new look branding on the the long haul flights (those involving outside. Onboard Virgin Samoa there Australia and New Zealand) which were are comfortable luxury leather seats, operated by Polynesian Airlines and in choice from the gourmet menu designed 2011, it was announced that Polynesian by Luke Mangan and access to great

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PORTFOLIO _ AIRLINE CATERING

Airline Catering Services for Air New Zealand - Faleolo Intl Airport, Samoa.

Grey Investment Group are the caterers Current clientele include Air New Zealand, for Air New Zealand and have been for Thomson Air of the United Kingdom and the last 35 years through the Aggie Grey’s Iceland Air of Iceland when flying into catering division. The Group are the one Samoa. Past clients includes Polynesian and only inflight catering specialists Airlines and Air Pacific (now Fiji Airways). in Samoa, helping to assist the timely On occasion the Group also cater for servicing of each aircraft on touch down. the Royal New Zealand Airforce, Royal Australian Airforce and Private Charters Services include in-flight meals, beverage from the US, Europe and Asia. services and any other basic ground crew tasks to turn Air New Zealand air- craft around for its departure.

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New Property Developments In 2016.

Currently in the planning and resource Savaii and on a beautiful stretch of white a fresh, innovative contemporary design stages are Samoa’s first Condominium sand beach, this exciting new develop- while still focusing on key elements to and Time Share Village which will be ment will provide an opportunity to relax integrate the property into the delightful located five minutes from Samoa’s in lavish surroundings. With its 5 star surrounds. Attention to detail is a key International Airport. hotel including fresh water lagoon pool element in the design concept, and the and beach, restaurants, bars, day spa, property will house a hotel featuring 38 It will be on the site of one of Samoa’s kids club, charter boat fishing and more, Standard rooms all with full bathroom premier ocean front freehold locations. this innovative beachside resort will and private patio or balcony; and 24 Imagine a picturesque retreat in the provide a haven of tranquillity as well Deluxe rooms with a single bedroom, full treasured islands of Samoa that offer as a great investment opportunity. bathroom, lounge and private balcony. exceptional accommodation, superb There will also be seven exclusive Ocean facilities, a reputable management com- David van Ryswyk, a world renowned Villas with two bedrooms and en suite pany, security and luxurious comfort. architect and Managing Director of (master with full bathroom, second Located on the scenic North West coast Pacific Asset Consultants based in bedroom with shower, w/c and double of Upolu, overlooking the big island of Australia and South Africa, is creating vanity hand basin), a separate lounge

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and private over-water deck. Each hotel of paradise all year round. A sound room and villa will come complete with investment with strong growth opport- designer fittings and fixtures. The new “A haven of tranquillity as unity for increasing value in the future. developments will be unique and be sim- well as a great investment ilar in quality to a Mini ‘Denarau’ in Fiji or The project is being led by: a ‘Mini Viaduct Harbour’ in New Zealand. opportunity” Project Director, Allan Wallis, Principal, PCG Pacific All the rooms and ocean villas will be Phone +(61) 400 748 0311 sold under Unit Title which allows each PO Box 791, Cairns, 4870, purchaser to take ownership of their The most unique aspect about this dev- Queensland, Australia room complete with balcony and use of elopment is as a non Samoan resident it (+685) 728582, all common areas. The body corporate is virtually impossible to purchase land in PO Box 2943, Apia, Samoa will operate on behalf of the purchasers Samoa. Development of these unique www.pcgpacific.com.au and the Grey Investment Group will condominiums will help provide oppor- manage and run the condominiums. tunities for non residents to enjoy a slice

GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 39 © David Kirkland “Fa’a Samoa” The Samoan way. We’re proud of our people, and actively contribute to our culture. © David Kirkland GREY INVESTMENT GROUP _ SAMOAN CULTURE

Grey Investment Group, & Samoan Culture.

Fred Grey captaining his 49 strong crew in training on their long boat on Apia Harbour

As part of maintaining the Samoan races in September called the Teuila tradition for years to come, the Grey Festival Race. These boats can be “Grey Investment Group is set Investment Group have been instrumental manned by either men or women and can to develop and open Samoa’s in helping rejuvenate the ancient 1,000 hold up to 40+ people. Boats can mea- year old sport of traditional long boat sure anywhere from 85 to 100 feet long. first two boutique casinos” racing called “Fautasi Long Boat Racing” within the many Samoan Villages.

This has now become one of the most popular events in the country’s Indepen- dence celebrations on Apia Harbour, with

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Giving Back To The People. We believe in people and as part of what we do we give back generously to the local and wider community. Some of the projects and charities that we have been involved in are:

HEALTH serve the elderly and the poor in over OTHER CHARITIES THAT WE HAVE SUPPORTED OVER THE YEARS: The Grey Investment Group and family 30 countries around the world. We have have always been at the forefront of been supporting Little Sisters of the • Samoa Aids Foundation offering their help to those that volunteer Poor for several decades now. • Samoa Victim Support their services to aid Samoans and their • Samoa Intellectually SAMOA RED CROSS health. Help is given by assisting plastic Handicapped Society surgeons, doctors and aid groups with The Samoa Red Cross Society is • Animal Protection Society free accommodation and meals at our recognised for its capacity to provide hotels and resorts for those that volun- humanitarian support to the most vulner- • Sports Foundations and teer to come to Samoa to help the needy. able in the community. The Society helps Charitable Organisations people prevent, prepare and respond LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR effectively to emergencies and disasters The Little Sisters of the Poor are an inter- through services that are in accordance national congregation of Roman Catholic with the Fundamental Principles of the women, founded in 1839 by Saint Jeanne International Red Cross and the Red Jugan. Together with a diverse network Crescent Movement. of collaborators, we continue to help

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GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 45 46 GREY INVESTMENT GROUP 2016 Backing the Boys & Manu Samoa Rugby. We ‘ve been proud supporters of Samoan Rugby since the early 1970’s and continue to be now.

Instrumental in being a driving force Behind the scenes the group collectively behind Samoan Rugby and what it is helped finance Samoan Rugby until it today, the Grey Investment Group lead became professional with the formation by Alan Grey pioneered Samoan Rugby of Manu Samoa Rugby Limited. This was from the early 1970’s. Even the Samoan helped by the Fay Richwhite Merchant Prime Minister can be quoted saying Bank, Grey Investment Group, others “The truth about Alan Grey...Rugby on the board and the Samoan Rugby wouldn’t exist in Samoa today without Football Union. him... Alan Grey has spent millions of his own money to fund Manu Samoa The Group has spent millions sponsoring in the past.” Samoa Rugby over the years and are proud of where it is at today. Alan Grey was installed as the Samoan National coach in the 1970’s and helped the Samoan Rugby Team to some great successes.

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