Pitcairn Islands and Capital Introduction

The Pitcairn Islands are a British Overseas Territory in the South Pacific and one of the least populated jurisdictions in the world, with only a few dozen residents, many of them descendants of the mutineers of HMS Bounty. They live in Adamstown, the only settlement. The islands are surrounded by one of the world's largest marine protected areas, created in 2015.

Economic Activity

The small economy relies on support from the United Kingdom, honey, handicrafts, postage stamps, internet domain sales and visits from passing cruise ships and yachts.

Is There an Investor Market?

No. There are no local investors or capital markets. Any project on the islands would rely on public funding or investors in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Nearest Capital Markets

The nearest GCN dinner market is Sydney, and Auckland is the main regional financial centre. French Polynesia is the nearest larger island economy.

How GCN Can Help

GCN arranges private investor dinners built around a single company, and founders in ocean conservation can present at GCN's conference in Newport Beach, California, on March 25, 2027, which includes an Impact program. See the conference details, join the investor network or get in touch.