Yatu Lau was established in 1972 by Ratu Sir Kamisese Mara as an investment vehicle for the people of Lau. Since then, the Company has grown from strength to strength. It now owns a substantial portfolio of commercial property and equity investments, and also boasts over 800 shareholders. Its property portfolio, worth over $23m, includes Yatu Lau Arcade, Knolly Apartments, Studio 6 Motel, Total House and Dinem House, all located in or near the Suva CBD. In addition, the Company holds a portfolio of shares in both listed and private companies. In 2007, the Company was opened up to non-Lauan investment beginning with a private placement to selected institutional investors including Kontiki’s managed funds and culminating in a public offer in late 2007