Fairfax Financial Holdings

Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Fairfax Financial Holdings is a financial services holding company engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance. Through its subsidiaries, it offers a diverse range of insurance products, maintaining a balanced risk portfolio across various business classes, regions, and types of insureds. Fairfax differentiates itself by combining disciplined underwriting with strategic total return investments, aiming for long-term shareholder value.

Prem Watsa

Chairman and CEO

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Peak Achievement Athletics

Acquisition in 2024
Peak Achievement Athletics is a provider of athletic sports and hockey services.

Foran Mining

Post in 2024
Foran Mining is a mineral exploration and development company focused on zinc and copper resources in the Hanson Lake VMS Camp of east-central Saskatchewan, Canada. The company pursues the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties along the Flin Flon Greenstone Belt, aiming to establish a Canadian zinc-copper base metal mining camp. Its portfolio is anchored by the McIlvenna Bay project, a 100% owned asset comprising multiple claims in east-central Saskatchewan, with additional projects including Bigstone, VMS Primer and the Hanson Lake Project. The company seeks to advance exploration results toward resource definition and potential mine development, leveraging regional infrastructure and proximity to established mining districts to support project scale and potential production.

Foran Mining

Post in 2024
Foran Mining is a mineral exploration and development company focused on zinc and copper resources in the Hanson Lake VMS Camp of east-central Saskatchewan, Canada. The company pursues the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties along the Flin Flon Greenstone Belt, aiming to establish a Canadian zinc-copper base metal mining camp. Its portfolio is anchored by the McIlvenna Bay project, a 100% owned asset comprising multiple claims in east-central Saskatchewan, with additional projects including Bigstone, VMS Primer and the Hanson Lake Project. The company seeks to advance exploration results toward resource definition and potential mine development, leveraging regional infrastructure and proximity to established mining districts to support project scale and potential production.

Farmers Edge

Post in 2024
Farmers Edge is an innovative company in the agricultural sector, specializing in digital agriculture services. It offers a comprehensive suite of digital agronomy solutions through its digital agronomy operations segment, which is sold in various subscription levels and billed annually per acre. The company utilizes a combination of connected field sensors, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and agronomic expertise to transform agricultural data into actionable insights, benefiting all stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem. Additionally, Farmers Edge operates an e-commerce segment that sells agricultural products through online marketplaces. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from its digital agronomy operations, reflecting its commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and promoting sustainable food production in response to the needs of a growing global population.

Farmers Edge

Post in 2023
Farmers Edge is an innovative company in the agricultural sector, specializing in digital agriculture services. It offers a comprehensive suite of digital agronomy solutions through its digital agronomy operations segment, which is sold in various subscription levels and billed annually per acre. The company utilizes a combination of connected field sensors, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and agronomic expertise to transform agricultural data into actionable insights, benefiting all stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem. Additionally, Farmers Edge operates an e-commerce segment that sells agricultural products through online marketplaces. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from its digital agronomy operations, reflecting its commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and promoting sustainable food production in response to the needs of a growing global population.

BlackBerry Limited

Post in 2023
BlackBerry Limited is a software-focused company that evolved from a leading smartphone maker into an enterprise security and communications provider. It offers end-to-end secure communications and mobile device management for regulated industries such as government and financial institutions, along with data security, analytics, and enterprise mobility services. The company also maintains a sizable embedded software business through QNX, serving automotive and other industries. BlackBerry supports third-party developers to build and deploy applications on its platforms and provides associated services such as push messaging, location and payments. Its products are marketed through wireless carriers and third‑party distributors. Overall, BlackBerry concentrates on secure enterprise software and embedded systems rather than consumer devices, aligning with its emphasis on regulated markets and mission-critical communications.

Bangalore International Airport

Post in 2023
Bangalore International Airport Limited operates an international airport in Bengaluru, India, and has been in operation since its incorporation in 2001. The airport features essential facilities including a passenger terminal, runways, taxiways, parking areas, and an airport fire service. Additionally, it houses technical structures for aircraft maintenance, control towers, and administrative buildings. The airport accommodates both domestic and international flights, ensuring comprehensive service for travelers. Moreover, it offers various amenities such as duty-free shops, restaurants, and transport options, as well as advertising opportunities within the terminal. Bangalore International Airport Limited is a subsidiary of FIH Mauritius Investments Ltd.

Antenna Plus

Corporate Round in 2023
Founded in 1991, Antenna Plus designs, manufactures, and sells high-quality antennas for various applications including cellular, GPS, WiFi, and radio frequencies. The company specializes in serving the mobile, automotive fleet, government, public safety, field service, and telemetry markets.

Atlas Corporation

Acquisition in 2022
Atlas Corporation is a global asset management company that focuses on deploying capital to create sustainable shareholder value. Atlas brings together an experienced asset management team with deep operational and capital allocation experience. The company targets long-term, risk-adjusted returns across high-quality infrastructure assets in the maritime sector, energy sector, and other infrastructure verticals. Its two main portfolio companies, Seaspan Corporation, and APR Energy Limited are unique, industry-leading operating platforms in the global maritime and energy spaces, respectively.

Farmers Edge

Post in 2022
Farmers Edge is an innovative company in the agricultural sector, specializing in digital agriculture services. It offers a comprehensive suite of digital agronomy solutions through its digital agronomy operations segment, which is sold in various subscription levels and billed annually per acre. The company utilizes a combination of connected field sensors, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and agronomic expertise to transform agricultural data into actionable insights, benefiting all stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem. Additionally, Farmers Edge operates an e-commerce segment that sells agricultural products through online marketplaces. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from its digital agronomy operations, reflecting its commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and promoting sustainable food production in response to the needs of a growing global population.

Kennedy Wilson

Post in 2022
Kennedy Wilson, Inc. is a real estate investment company that specializes in the ownership, operation, and investment in a diverse range of properties, primarily focusing on multifamily and office spaces located in the Western U.S., the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Established in 1977 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, the company engages in acquiring multifamily units and various commercial real estate types, including office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use assets. Additionally, it explores residential housing opportunities, such as land for entitlements and condominium projects. Kennedy Wilson also provides a comprehensive suite of real estate services, including brokerage, investment sales, asset management, and property management, primarily catering to financial institutions, institutional investors, and government agencies. With offices across the U.S., Europe, and Japan, Kennedy Wilson operates as a subsidiary of Kennedy-Wilson Holdings, Inc.

DNEG

Private Equity Round in 2022
DNEG is a leading provider of visual effects and animation services for the film and television industries. The company specializes in a comprehensive range of creative offerings, including visual effects (VFX), feature animation, stereo conversion, virtual production, motion graphics, and visualization. DNEG is recognized for its ability to create realistic and captivating visual effects that enhance storytelling across various media, including feature films, episodic television, and commercials. With a focus on innovation and artistic excellence, DNEG supports the production of high-quality content for multiple platforms, making it a key player in the visual entertainment sector.

Mosaic Capital

Acquisition in 2021
Mosaic Capital Corporation, established in 2011, is a Calgary-based investment company that acquires and manages established businesses in Western Canada. It focuses on niche market operations that generate consistent, substantial cash flow, with a preference for companies in the oil and gas, industrial services, infrastructure, printing, technology, and real estate sectors. Mosaic Capital targets businesses with revenues between $5 million and $50 million and a stable cash flow of at least $1.5 million.

Foran Mining

Post in 2021
Foran Mining is a mineral exploration and development company focused on zinc and copper resources in the Hanson Lake VMS Camp of east-central Saskatchewan, Canada. The company pursues the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties along the Flin Flon Greenstone Belt, aiming to establish a Canadian zinc-copper base metal mining camp. Its portfolio is anchored by the McIlvenna Bay project, a 100% owned asset comprising multiple claims in east-central Saskatchewan, with additional projects including Bigstone, VMS Primer and the Hanson Lake Project. The company seeks to advance exploration results toward resource definition and potential mine development, leveraging regional infrastructure and proximity to established mining districts to support project scale and potential production.

Ki Insurance

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ki Insurance is a digital insurance syndicate based in London, United Kingdom, that was founded in 2020. Operating as a subsidiary of Brit Group Services Ltd, the company utilizes an algorithmically-driven platform to provide insurance brokers with instant capacity and enhanced accessibility. Ki Insurance focuses on improving the efficiency and responsiveness of the insurance process by enabling brokers to automatically assess policies and generate quotes. This innovative approach allows brokers to streamline their operations, reducing the time and effort required to secure follow capacity in the competitive insurance market.

Avante Logixx

Post in 2019
Avante Logixx Inc. is a premier provider of executive and home security services, specializing in residential and commercial security solutions. The company offers a range of services, including system design, installations, monitoring, alarm response, patrols, secured transport, close protection, international travel advisory, incident planning, and more. They also provide monitoring services, electronic building management, intelligent perimeter protection, secure transport, locksmith services, and private investigation services. Additionally, Avante Logixx offers smart home and commercial automation solutions, such as security, lighting, audio and video, automatic shades, and temperature control. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and aims to provide comprehensive security and automation services to their clients.

Go Digit General Insurance

Venture Round in 2019
Go Digit General Insurance Limited is a Bengaluru-based insurance provider that utilizes a digital platform to offer a wide range of insurance products. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as Oben General Insurance Limited, the company provides services including car, travel, home, commercial vehicle, shop, bike, health, and mobile insurance, as well as group health and flight delay insurance. Go Digit General Insurance is known for its customer-centric approach, focusing on claims processing, renewals, and garage services. The company generates most of its revenue from motor insurance products, catering primarily to the Indian market. As a subsidiary of Go Digit Infoworks Services Private Limited, it aims to innovate in product design and pricing strategies.

Go Digit General Insurance

Venture Round in 2018
Go Digit General Insurance Limited is a Bengaluru-based insurance provider that utilizes a digital platform to offer a wide range of insurance products. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as Oben General Insurance Limited, the company provides services including car, travel, home, commercial vehicle, shop, bike, health, and mobile insurance, as well as group health and flight delay insurance. Go Digit General Insurance is known for its customer-centric approach, focusing on claims processing, renewals, and garage services. The company generates most of its revenue from motor insurance products, catering primarily to the Indian market. As a subsidiary of Go Digit Infoworks Services Private Limited, it aims to innovate in product design and pricing strategies.

Seaspan Corporation

Post in 2018
Seaspan Corporation is an independent owner and manager of containerships, primarily engaged in chartering its vessels under long-term, fixed-rate agreements to major container liner companies. The company also provides large-scale power solutions to underserved markets and industries, focusing on fast-track mobile power services. Based in Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong, Seaspan Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Atlas Corp. Its strategy emphasizes growth through the acquisition of additional vessels, aligning with favorable market conditions.

Bangalore International Airport

Post in 2018
Bangalore International Airport Limited operates an international airport in Bengaluru, India, and has been in operation since its incorporation in 2001. The airport features essential facilities including a passenger terminal, runways, taxiways, parking areas, and an airport fire service. Additionally, it houses technical structures for aircraft maintenance, control towers, and administrative buildings. The airport accommodates both domestic and international flights, ensuring comprehensive service for travelers. Moreover, it offers various amenities such as duty-free shops, restaurants, and transport options, as well as advertising opportunities within the terminal. Bangalore International Airport Limited is a subsidiary of FIH Mauritius Investments Ltd.

Allied World

Acquisition in 2017
Founded in Bermuda in 2001, Allied World is an international provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. It offers a wide range of products including casualty, construction, marine, personal lines, professional liability, property, and worker's compensation insurance, along with various reinsurance solutions.

Go Digit General Insurance

Venture Round in 2017
Go Digit General Insurance Limited is a Bengaluru-based insurance provider that utilizes a digital platform to offer a wide range of insurance products. Founded in 2016 and formerly known as Oben General Insurance Limited, the company provides services including car, travel, home, commercial vehicle, shop, bike, health, and mobile insurance, as well as group health and flight delay insurance. Go Digit General Insurance is known for its customer-centric approach, focusing on claims processing, renewals, and garage services. The company generates most of its revenue from motor insurance products, catering primarily to the Indian market. As a subsidiary of Go Digit Infoworks Services Private Limited, it aims to innovate in product design and pricing strategies.

Tower

Acquisition in 2017
TOWER Asset Management Limited is a privately owned investment manager based in Wellington, New Zealand. The firm specializes in managing client-specific portfolios and mutual funds for a diverse clientele that includes superannuation funds, institutions, trusts, charities, and individuals. TOWER invests in various markets, including public equity, fixed income, and real estate, with a global reach. In addition to its investment management services, TOWER Ltd. provides general insurance products, such as car, content, house, business, and travel insurance. As of 2013, TOWER Asset Management Limited operates as a subsidiary of Fisher Funds Management Limited.

The Sky Guys

Private Equity Round in 2017
The Sky Guys provides UAV-enabled services and aerial technology, offering UAV School and Consulting services to help organizations integrate UAV capabilities; uses advanced equipment to support clients across sectors in achieving cost savings, revenue generation, enhanced marketing, and data-driven growth.

TeamSnap

Series C in 2017
TeamSnap, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing team management applications tailored for sports teams, leagues, clubs, and associations around the globe. Founded in 2009 and based in Boulder, Colorado, TeamSnap provides a platform that facilitates communication and coordination among sports members, including coaches, administrators, players, and parents. The platform streamlines various aspects of team management, such as tracking rosters, schedules, game availability, and statistics, while also simplifying payment processing. By offering tools for online registration and real-time updates, TeamSnap enables organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and allows users to focus on their sporting activities without the stress of logistical details.

Farmers Edge

Venture Round in 2016
Farmers Edge is an innovative company in the agricultural sector, specializing in digital agriculture services. It offers a comprehensive suite of digital agronomy solutions through its digital agronomy operations segment, which is sold in various subscription levels and billed annually per acre. The company utilizes a combination of connected field sensors, artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and agronomic expertise to transform agricultural data into actionable insights, benefiting all stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem. Additionally, Farmers Edge operates an e-commerce segment that sells agricultural products through online marketplaces. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from its digital agronomy operations, reflecting its commitment to enhancing farm efficiency and promoting sustainable food production in response to the needs of a growing global population.

APR Energy

Private Equity Round in 2016
APR Energy specializes in providing rapid-response mobile turbine power solutions to utilities and industries worldwide. It offers turnkey services from planning and financing to operation and maintenance of permanent power plants. With over 25 years of experience, APR Energy has installed more than 2.5GW of generation capacity across numerous countries, supporting economic growth and improved quality of life.

Rouge Media Group

Acquisition in 2016
Rouge Media is a North American advertising agency based in Toronto, specializing in out-of-home media. The company focuses on connecting brands with consumers during their daily activities outside the home. It offers a range of services, including place-based and campus media networks, as well as mobile campaign advertising. By targeting specific demographics, particularly university students and women, Rouge Media enables clients to effectively promote and market their brands through both online and offline channels. The company is dedicated to delivering impactful media and marketing solutions that resonate with audiences.

Brit

Acquisition in 2015
Brit is a global specialty insurer and reinsurer focused on underwriting complex risks. It has a significant presence in Lloyd's of London and operates extensively in the US and internationally. Brit specializes in property, casualty, and energy insurance, with strong financial backing.

Pethealth

Acquisition in 2014
Pethealth is an international leader in providing comprehensive solutions for pet care, specializing in animal management software, RFID microchip identification, and pet health insurance. The company operates primarily in North America and the United Kingdom, offering cloud-based management software that facilitates pet medical insurance and includes services for lost pet recovery. In addition to these core offerings, Pethealth has expanded its services to include a range of pet pharmacy and specialty retail products, catering to the needs of pet owners. Through its innovative technologies and services, Pethealth aims to enhance the overall well-being of companion animals while supporting veterinarians and pet shelters.

Nations Trust Bank

Post in 2014
Established in 1999, Nations Trust Bank offers a wide range of financial products and services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients in Sri Lanka. It operates through segments such as Corporate Banking, Consumer and SME Banking, Leasing, Treasury Functions, Investment Banking, Insurance Broking, and Property Management. The bank provides current and savings accounts, loans, deposits, investment plans, remittance services, credit cards, and digital banking solutions through its network of branches and ATMs.

Commercial International Bank

Post in 2014
Commercial International Bank (CIB) is a leading commercial bank established in 1975 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. Originally formed as a joint venture between the National Bank of Egypt and Chase Manhattan Bank, CIB has grown to become the most profitable commercial bank in Egypt over the past four decades. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including deposits, savings accounts, loans, private banking, and e-banking. It caters to both individual customers and large corporations, providing corporate banking products such as project finance, structured trade finance, working capital finance, syndicated loans, letters of credit, and guarantees. CIB is renowned for its strong brand equity, superior management, high operating standards, and commitment to corporate governance best practices.

BlackBerry Limited

Post in 2013
BlackBerry Limited is a software-focused company that evolved from a leading smartphone maker into an enterprise security and communications provider. It offers end-to-end secure communications and mobile device management for regulated industries such as government and financial institutions, along with data security, analytics, and enterprise mobility services. The company also maintains a sizable embedded software business through QNX, serving automotive and other industries. BlackBerry supports third-party developers to build and deploy applications on its platforms and provides associated services such as push messaging, location and payments. Its products are marketed through wireless carriers and third‑party distributors. Overall, BlackBerry concentrates on secure enterprise software and embedded systems rather than consumer devices, aligning with its emphasis on regulated markets and mission-critical communications.

American Safety Insurance Group

Acquisition in 2013
American Safety Insurance Group, Ltd. offers specialty insurance and reinsurance products.

Hartville Group

Acquisition in 2013
Hartville Group Inc. provides pet health insurance.

Nations Trust Bank

Post in 2013
Established in 1999, Nations Trust Bank offers a wide range of financial products and services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients in Sri Lanka. It operates through segments such as Corporate Banking, Consumer and SME Banking, Leasing, Treasury Functions, Investment Banking, Insurance Broking, and Property Management. The bank provides current and savings accounts, loans, deposits, investment plans, remittance services, credit cards, and digital banking solutions through its network of branches and ATMs.

Thomas Cook India

Acquisition in 2012
Thomas Cook India is a travel and tourism company based in India that provides tour operations, travel management, visa services, and travel insurance, along with related financial services and leisure hospitality and resorts activities. The company serves both domestic and international customers, and generates the majority of its revenue from travel and related services, supported by its financial services and hospitality businesses.

Sporting Life

Acquisition in 2011
Sporting Life is a sporting goods retailer headquartered in Woodbridge, Canada. The company specializes in a wide range of fashion and sports clothing and accessories for men, women, and children. Its product offerings include coats, jackets, denim, sweaters, pants, sleepwear, athletic wear, and swimwear, alongside footwear options such as winter boots, slippers, and casual shoes. Sporting Life also provides various accessories, including backpacks, hats, wallets, eyewear, and socks. In addition to apparel and accessories, the retailer offers sports equipment, featuring road and mountain bikes, helmets, tennis racquets, yoga gear, skateboards, and snowboards, catering to diverse athletic needs and lifestyle preferences.

Prime Restaurants

Acquisition in 2011
Prime Restaurants Inc. ("Prime") franchises, owns and operates casual dining restaurant brands and premium Irish pubs in Canada. The founders of Prime, pioneers since 1979 in the Canadian casual dining industry, opened the first Casey's restaurant in 1980 in Sudbury, Ontario. Today, Prime's portfolio includes: East Side Mario's; Casey's; a family of authentic Irish pubs operating under the trade-marks Fionn MacCool's, D'Arcy McGee's, Paddy Flaherty's, and Tir nan Óg; and Belgian-style brasseries operating under the trade-mark Bier Markt. Prime has a number of competitive strengths that have helped the company maintain a leadership position in the Canadian casual dining industry. The operation of multiple brands mitigates risk through diversification, allows increased sector penetration, increased local market penetration and greater flexibility. In addition, its "just right" pricing strategy attracts Guests in both good and bad economic times. Also contributing to the success of Prime is its position as a chain operating in an industry composed largely of independent operators, attractive franchise program and experienced management.

William Ashley China

Acquisition in 2011
William Ashley China Corp is a retailer based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in tableware, giftware, and gourmet kitchenware. The company offers a diverse range of products, including dinnerware, cutlery, serving pieces, home decor, and various kitchen accessories. With a focus on customization and curation, William Ashley China aims to enhance the dining experience for its customers by providing high-quality items that cater to individual tastes and preferences.

First Mercury Financial

Acquisition in 2011
First Mercury Financial Corporation is a provider of specialty commercial insurance products and services, targeting niche and underserved segments of the market. The company leverages its extensive experience and expertise to deliver specialized insurance solutions efficiently and effectively. By focusing on these distinct market areas, First Mercury Financial aims to offer tailored products that meet the unique needs of its clients, allowing for better risk underwriting. The firm maintains a robust infrastructure that supports its operations, ensuring a high level of service and expertise in the commercial insurance sector.

Zenith National Insurance Corp

Acquisition in 2010
Zenith National Insurance Corp is a provider of property and casualty insurance services, with a particular focus on the California agriculture industry. The company specializes in workers' compensation insurance and also offers property, liability, and auto claim services. By delivering attentive and responsive service, Zenith National Insurance aims to help enterprises effectively manage their insurance needs and optimize their returns on insurance investments.

Kennedy Wilson

Post in 2010
Kennedy Wilson, Inc. is a real estate investment company that specializes in the ownership, operation, and investment in a diverse range of properties, primarily focusing on multifamily and office spaces located in the Western U.S., the United Kingdom, and Ireland. Established in 1977 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, the company engages in acquiring multifamily units and various commercial real estate types, including office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use assets. Additionally, it explores residential housing opportunities, such as land for entitlements and condominium projects. Kennedy Wilson also provides a comprehensive suite of real estate services, including brokerage, investment sales, asset management, and property management, primarily catering to financial institutions, institutional investors, and government agencies. With offices across the U.S., Europe, and Japan, Kennedy Wilson operates as a subsidiary of Kennedy-Wilson Holdings, Inc.

Odyssey Re

Post in 2009
Odyssey Re is a prominent U.S.-based reinsurer offering a comprehensive range of property and casualty products globally. With a network of worldwide branches, they construct balanced risk portfolios for potential superior returns.

Polish Re

Acquisition in 2009
Polish Re offers underwriting training, insurance, and reinsurance services.

Sphere Drake Holdings

Acquisition in 1997
Sphere Drake Holdings is an insurance company that offers property and casualty insurance and reinsurance services.

Foran Mining

Foran Mining is a mineral exploration and development company focused on zinc and copper resources in the Hanson Lake VMS Camp of east-central Saskatchewan, Canada. The company pursues the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral properties along the Flin Flon Greenstone Belt, aiming to establish a Canadian zinc-copper base metal mining camp. Its portfolio is anchored by the McIlvenna Bay project, a 100% owned asset comprising multiple claims in east-central Saskatchewan, with additional projects including Bigstone, VMS Primer and the Hanson Lake Project. The company seeks to advance exploration results toward resource definition and potential mine development, leveraging regional infrastructure and proximity to established mining districts to support project scale and potential production.
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