SPECIAL SITUATIONS

When Assets Stall, ARC Creates Movement

Strategic resolution and recovery through regulated structure and experienced oversight.

 

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ARC (Asset Resolution Company), part of JTC Special Situations, is a dedicated, regulated structure for holding and resolving complex, impaired or disputed assets. It provides the governance discipline, transparency and composure needed to stabilise uncertainty, restore control and realise value when traditional mechanisms cannot.

Why ARC Exists

Purpose-built for complexity

A stable platform when normal mechanisms no longer apply.

ARC was created to address the growing need for structured, independent environments where impaired or illiquid assets can be managed securely and transparently. It offers a practical route to resolution, giving fiduciaries, regulators and stakeholders confidence that even the most challenging assets are governed with control, clarity and professionalism. ARC enables value recovery, mitigates risk and ensures continuity when ownership, management or compliance pathways have broken down.

How ARC Works

ARC combines regulated governance with specialist fiduciary and operational expertise from the Special Situations team. Each appointment is managed within a robust compliance framework, ensuring transparency, accountability and control across every stage of the asset lifecycle.

1.

Establish

Secure and stabilise the asset within the ARC structure, ensuring regulatory compliance and control.
2.

Assess

Review the commercial, legal and operational position of the asset to identify recovery pathways.
3.

Manage

Provide experienced oversight, reporting and governance throughout investigation, restructuring or disposal.
4.

Resolve

Deliver closure through managed recovery, sale or transfer, returning clarity and confidence to all parties.

What ARC Delivers

Governance and structure

A regulated environment for holding and managing distressed or impaired assets, ensuring independence and accountability.

Control and clarity

Transparent reporting, decision-making and communication across all stakeholders, preserving confidence throughout.

Resolution and recovery

A clear route to closure through experienced oversight, commercial pragmatism and regulated governance.

Protection and assurance

ARC protects fiduciaries and directors through robust frameworks and proven operational processes.

ARC in Practice

In every mandate, ARC restores control, transparency and direction, allowing all parties to move forward with confidence.

ARC has supported the resolution of cross-border structures, impaired investment portfolios and complex asset disputes. Its adaptable structure and independent oversight allow for rapid stabilisation, ensuring each engagement proceeds with clarity and assurance.

Case Scenarios:

Residual Fund Assets

Managing illiquid or nil-value holdings preventing fund closure, enabling directors and liquidators to complete dissolution efficiently and with confidence.

Contingent Recovery Rights

Housing potential future claims or recoveries following litigation, preserving investor interest while providing independent governance and compliance oversight.

Hard-to-Value Securities

Holding unlisted, delisted or impaired assets within ring-fenced structures to protect investors and prevent contagion across portfolios.

Regulatory or Reputational Complexity

Providing a neutral home for assets linked to disputed counterparties or regulatory actions, maintaining transparency and safeguarding stakeholder trust.

Governance and Oversight

ARC is administered by regulated entities and governed by the JTC Special Situations team. This ensures compliance with all applicable laws, consistent application of fiduciary standards and a disciplined approach to asset recovery and realisation.

Your Special Situations Team

Seasoned specialists with the knowledge, expertise and confidence to stabilise, manage and protect value for our clients with agility and assurance.

Michael Pearson
Michael Pearson
Managing Director – JTC Special Situations
ICS
Anna Silver
Anna Silver
Senior Director – JTC Special Situations
ICS
Nicole Eggleton
Nicole Eggleton
Director – Business Development
ICS
Patrick Mulrenan
Patrick Mulrenan
Director – JTC Special Situations
ICS

Frequently Asked Questions…

When should ARC be considered?

ARC is designed for situations where standard fiduciary or restructuring mechanisms no longer apply, typically when control, ownership, or compliance pathways have broken down.

What types of assets can be held within ARC?

ARC can accommodate most asset classes, including illiquid, impaired, or disputed investments, provided they can be held within a regulated fiduciary structure.

How does ARC differ from JTC’s other corporate or fiduciary services?

While traditional JTC services manage ongoing structures, ARC is used when there is distress, dispute or uncertainty, offering a neutral, regulated platform to stabilise, resolve and recover value.

Who governs ARC appointments?

All ARC appointments are administered by regulated entities and overseen by the JTC Special Situations team, ensuring compliance, accountability and control.

How is confidentiality maintained?

ARC engagements are managed with strict confidentiality under applicable laws and professional standards, protecting all parties throughout the resolution process.

Talk to our ARC Specialists

To discuss how ARC can assist with complex or impaired assets, please contact the JTC Special Situations team.