Island states

Most Island states – from vast Greenland to the microstates scattered around the world's oceans – have a combination of very small populations, unique cultures, sensitive environments, and fragile economies that can be transformed and distorted by a major oil or mineral find.

Many have also become tax havens. Despite the economic windfall, a finance sector that crowds out a traditional island economy can create challenges.

Menas has developed a particular expertise on the impact of major development projects on small and isolated communities. We have undertaken integrated impact assessments on several potential new oil provinces and have advised governments on the future of small dependencies. We also have a wealth of experience about the impact of the finance sector on the real economy.