A Swiss-based fiduciary services provider is bolstering its Asian offering. The new practice will target cross-border transactions.

Mergers and acquisition activity in Asia has witnessed strong growth over the past few years. Responding to increased client demand the Alpadis Group launched a mergers and acquisitions practice. The firm announced the move in a statement.

The practice will be led by Dominik Heer, head of mergers and acquisitions. Heer was previously principal at The Riverside Company a global private equity firm.

Located in Singapore, the newly launched practice will see the Alpadis Group provide a range of advisory services for cross-border transactions spanning Asia-Pacific and Europe for privately-owned companies and family offices. It will also advise on joint ventures, alliances and partnerships.