What Lanturn does

Lanturn Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-incorporated corporate services and fund services platform founded in 2017, serving startups, scale-ups, fund managers, and foreign entrepreneurs across APAC with offices in Singapore, India, and Hong Kong. The company provides an integrated suite of services covering company incorporation, corporate secretarial, accounting, payroll, tax filing, immigration (Employment Pass, EntrePass, Dependent Pass, PR), and notary public services, alongside a dedicated fund services vertical offering fund formation (VCCs, unit trusts, limited partnerships), fund administration, and KYC/AML compliance for investment managers.

The underlying technology is a proprietary cloud-based platform combining three primary interfaces — the Digital Dashboard for real-time financial visibility, the Zave client portal for corporate services, and the LFS (Lanturn Fund Services) portal for fund managers. The platform integrates with Xero, Dext, and WhatsApp for accounting, expense capture, and submission workflows. Lanturn operates under an ACRA Filing Agent license (FA20180066) and Employment Agency License (19S9612), and holds ISO 27001:2013 certification across Singapore and Philippines operations, providing regulatory credentials that gate entry to the Singapore market.

Revenue is generated through professional services fees across four streams — Corporate Services, Fund Services, Nominee Director Services, and KYC/AML Services — structured as quote-based proposals with annual subscription packages for incorporation and ongoing recurring engagements for compliance, payroll, and fund administration. Go-to-market is consultative and digital-first: the company drives top-of-funnel demand through content marketing, SEO, webinars, and a 600+ partner startup network, then converts via discovery calls and expert-led advisory sessions. To date Lanturn reports more than 500 clients across APAC, more than 600 companies incorporated, and over $250 million in capital assisted through fund services, and raised $3 million in October 2020 from CoCoon Ignite Ventures and East Ventures.

Name

Lanturn

Legal name

Lanturn Pte. Ltd.

Website

https://lanturn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lanturn is a Singapore-based corporate and fund services platform providing incorporation, accounting, payroll, tax, immigration, and fund administration to startups, fund managers, and foreign entrepreneurs across APAC via a proprietary cloud platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Corporate Services

NAICS

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940), Miscellaneous Intermediation (523910)

SIC

Finance Services (6199)

akta.pro primary industry

Investment & Wealth Introducers (RIA/Private Wealth Referrals) (FSAEAMAC)

Keywords

• Corporate services
• Company incorporation
• Fund administration
• Accounting services
• Business compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate Services: Professional services revenue including company incorporation, corporate secretarial, accounting, payroll, and immigration services. Delivered through expert teams with digital platform support. Recurring revenue from ongoing compliance and secretarial engagements.
2. Fund Services: Comprehensive fund management support including fund formation, fund administration, investment management services, and KYC/AML compliance services for fund managers and investors.
3. Nominee Director Services: Provision of local resident directors for foreign entrepreneurs incorporating in Singapore, supporting compliance with ACRA requirements.
4. KYC and AML Services: One-time or ongoing Know Your Customer (KYC) checks and Anti-Money Laundering compliance services for businesses, investors, and asset managers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lanturn provides one-stop online corporate services in Singapore, covering company incorporation, corporate secretarial, accounting, payroll, tax, immigration, and nominee director services for local and foreign entrepreneurs. It also operates a dedicated fund services line covering fund formation, fund administration, investment and fund management support, and KYC/AML compliance for venture capital, private equity, and alternative investment managers. Service delivery is anchored on a proprietary cloud-based platform with real-time financial dashboards and dedicated client portals.

Product overview

Lanturn is a unified cloud-based corporate services platform offering end-to-end business management solutions for Singapore companies. The platform integrates core compliance services—company incorporation, corporate secretarial, accounting, payroll, tax filing, and immigration support—alongside specialized fund services including fund administration, fund formation, and investment management support. Key platform components include the Digital Dashboard for real-time financial visibility, the Zave client portal, and the LFS (Lanturn Fund Services) portal for fund managers. The platform also provides integrated KYC and AML compliance services, nominee director arrangements for foreign entrepreneurs, and notary public capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Company Incorporation Services End-to-end Singapore company registration service for local and foreign entrepreneurs, including ACRA BizFile lodgement, name reservation, constitution preparation, and document filing. Designed for founders and SMEs establishing or expanding a Singapore entity.
• Accounting Services Real-time financial reporting, automated payroll processing, and audit-ready filing support for businesses operating in Singapore. Targeted at SMEs, startups, and fund-backed companies requiring ongoing bookkeeping and statutory reporting.
• Corporate Secretary Services Statutory compliance management for Singapore companies, including AGM coordination, annual returns filing, and preparation of corporate resolutions. Built for Singapore-incorporated entities that need ongoing ACRA compliance.
• Payroll Services Automated and compliant payroll processing with real-time financial visibility through Lanturn's digital dashboard. Designed for Singapore employers needing ongoing monthly payroll and statutory submissions.
• Entity Management Digital platform-based service for managing company records, compliance documents, and multi-entity operations across Singapore and other jurisdictions. Targeted at groups operating multiple Singapore entities.
• Nominee Director Services Provision of compliant local resident directors for foreign entrepreneurs incorporating in Singapore to satisfy ACRA residency requirements. Built for international founders without Singapore residency.
• Tax Services Corporate tax filing, GST registration, annual returns management, and ECI filing in compliance with IRAS requirements for Singapore companies. Designed for SMEs and startups needing ongoing tax compliance.
• KYC and AML Services Customer due diligence, identity verification, compliance screening against PEPs and sanctions lists, and ongoing AML monitoring. Targeted at fund managers, businesses, and investors needing regulatory-grade KYC/AML processes.
• Fund Administration End-to-end fund operations support including capital calls, bank reconciliations, financial statement distribution, new investment processing, and portfolio monitoring. Built for VC, PE, and alternative fund managers operating Singapore-domiciled funds.
• Fund Formation Setup and structuring of fund entities including Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), unit trusts, and limited partnerships, with MAS compliance support. Targeted at fund managers launching Singapore vehicles.
• Investment and Fund Management Services Operational and regulatory support for fund managers, including MAS license application assistance, regulatory compliance, and ongoing administration. Targeted at fund managers seeking MAS licensing and ongoing regulatory support.
• Immigration Services Employment Pass, EntrePass, Dependent Pass, and Singapore Permanent Resident application support for foreign entrepreneurs and professionals. Built for foreign founders, employees, and their dependents relocating to Singapore.
• Notary Public Services Notary services for Singapore documents and international authentication/apostille requirements. Targeted at companies and individuals requiring notarised or apostilled documents for cross-border use.

Quantifiable outcome

• Company incorporation completed in 1-3 working days
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• XerocoreTechnology or IntegrationAccounting software integration partner. Lanturn provides guidance and support for Xero implementation as part of its accounting services ecosystem, enabling clients to streamline financial management.
• DextcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration for automated accounting workflows. Lanturn supports clients in setting up Dext for expense management and invoice processing as part of comprehensive accounting solutions.
• 600+ Startups and Scale-ups NetworkcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEcosystem of startups and growth-stage companies that Lanturn collaborates with to deliver incorporation and accounting solutions across APAC markets.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Gen II Fund Services: Gen II is a global fund administration firm with strong APAC presence, offering fund formation, administration, and investor reporting. It directly competes with Lanturn Fund Services for VC, PE, and alternative fund mandates in Singapore and Hong Kong.
• Acclime: Acclime is an APAC-focused corporate services and advisory firm offering incorporation, accounting, payroll, tax, and fund administration. It competes directly with Lanturn in serving startups, SMEs, and fund managers across Singapore, Hong Kong, and other regional hubs.
• Andersen (Corporate Services): Andersen's corporate services arm provides incorporation, accounting, tax, and fund administration across APAC, often targeting entrepreneurs and fund managers. It competes head-to-head with Lanturn in Singapore's mid-market segment with a similar multi-service model.

Broad incumbents

• TMF Group: TMF Group is a global provider of corporate secretarial, accounting, tax, payroll, and fund administration services with strong APAC presence. It overlaps with Lanturn across nearly every service line but operates at much larger scale with deeper institutional client relationships.
• Tricor: Tricor is one of the largest APAC corporate services firms, offering incorporation, secretarial, accounting, and fund administration across multiple Asian jurisdictions. It directly competes with Lanturn in Singapore and Hong Kong with significantly more resources and brand recognition.
• Boardroom: Boardroom is an established APAC corporate services and governance provider with deep presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. It competes with Lanturn in incorporation, secretarial, and accounting services, particularly for SMEs and listed companies.
• Hawksford: Hawksford is a global corporate services firm with strong APAC capabilities in Singapore, Hong Kong, and China. It offers incorporation, corporate secretarial, and fund services comparable to Lanturn's offering, but at larger scale with more institutional clients.
• CSC (Corporate Services Company): CSC is a leading global provider of corporate, fund, and digital services with significant APAC operations. It competes with Lanturn across incorporation, compliance, and fund administration, particularly for multinational and institutional clients.
• Maples Group: Maples Group is a leading global provider of legal, fiduciary, and fund administration services, particularly for hedge funds and private funds. It overlaps with Lanturn's fund services arm in Singapore fund structuring and administration, but serves larger institutional clients.
• Vistra: Vistra is a global corporate services and fund administration provider with significant APAC presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, and China. It competes with Lanturn across incorporation, compliance, and fund services, often serving similar startup and SME segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

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