Established as a sole trader enterprise in 2003, we hold a 21 year long Australian business registration and now operate as Capital Gateway Partners (ACN 67147279) AUSTRAC reporting agent (100885613).
CGP is firmly established as a trusted, connected and reliable procurement partner for physical commodities such as gold bullion, hydrocarbons and other significant high-demand cargo. Our network spans the major trading capitals of the globe.
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International Trade Consulting
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Due Diligence & Investigations
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SWIFT Payment System
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Gold Bullion Supply
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Gold Doré Supply
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Bullion Monetisation
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Sovereign Gold Supply
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International Contracts
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Physical Commodities
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Oil, Gas and Minerals
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Agricultural Commodities
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Animal Export
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Mining Funding
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Mine Procurement
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Public Private Partnerships
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Funding & Capital Solutions
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Contracts and Governance
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Real Estate Development
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Commercial Property $20M+
Raffael Galardi
CEO and Managing Director
Servicing large-scale buyers of physical commodities such as gold bullion, fuel, copper, and agricultural commodities such as ICUMSA 45, Raffael's mission is to foster trusted connections, offer resourceful solutions, and identify opportunities for buyers and sellers alike.
Raffael has a deep understanding of commodity transactions worldwide. He specialises in strategy, execution, contracts, due diligence, investigation and risk management. This expertise allows him to handle complex issues like bullion contracts, SWIFT banking processes, and instruments such as DLCs and SBLCs.
Known across the commodity world for his uncompromising negotiations and unwavering ethics, Raffael achieves outcomes that maximise value for clients while maintaining a no-nonsense approach to challenges.
His eye for inconsistencies and potential risks ensures the legitimacy and integrity of every transaction, especially in gold, where risk and scams are common.
Raffael's ability to understand and align with his clients' visions, while delivering customised solutions, drives results and ensures client satisfaction. He is known for engaging negotiations with decisiveness, objectivity, insight, and an instinct for fairness.
His close network includes some of the world's largest gold and oil refineries, wealth fund buyers, contracting conglomerates, and commodity sources such as mines and primary producers, adding significant depth and capability to his consulting and trading portfolio.
With a proven track record of executing, funding, and delivering complex projects, Raffael has built strong, trusted relationships within the business community. He has successfully managed projects for numerous top-tier companies and government entities.
Holding a global black-book of buyers and sellers, key decision-makers, family offices and years of due diligence experience - your project will benefit from his ability to connect key people at any level and legitimise trade opportunities.
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Senior Directing & Leadership Role
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Project Direction
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Operations Management
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Group Technical Engineer
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Mining Engineer
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Fiscal Management
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Strategic Optimisation
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Operations, Contracting & Haulage Oversight
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Safety Analysis
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Mining Efficiency
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Regulatory Initiatives
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Process Implementation
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Mining Technology
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Blasting Expertise
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Mining Governance
Hilton Goldfinch
Seasoned Mining Leader
Mineral and Metal Resources
Development and Operational Optimisation
Hilton Goldfinch is a distinguished international mining leader with a unique career spanning 25 years across open pit, underground, processing and construction
A Visionary Leader Poised for Operational Excellence, Hilton's expertise is globally recognised.
Throughout his career, Hilton has held key leadership positions, including Senior Director of Mining Engineering, Project Director, Operations Manager, Group Technical and Group Mining Engineer across diverse global metal and mineral mining projects.
His leadership has been instrumental in driving multiple operations across various jurisdictions to success. With extensive experience in Australia, Continental Africa, Eurasia, the Arabian Peninsula and Indonesia, Hilton has demonstrated proficiency in navigating diverse environments, including extreme weather conditions, technological disparities and cultural nuances.
Hilton's approach to project and operational oversight is characterised by meticulous analysis and implementation of Fatal Flaw Analysis methodologies. He champions integrated operational leadership models that prioritise fiscal management, safety analysis and hazard controls throughout project lifecycles.
Hilton excels in optimising mining, contracting, haulage and processing methods to ensure they are tailored for optimal performance and efficiency. He specialises in de- bottlenecking operations through practical methodologies and fosters flexibility in project execution to accommodate evolving objectives.
Hilton Goldfinch's extensive experience, strategic acumen and commitment to operational excellence make him an exemplary conduit, leader and manager. His proven track record of success across diverse geographies, coupled with his ability to lead teams through complex operational landscapes, positions him as a valuable asset poised to drive the vision for operational efficiency, governance, compliance and excellence.
History
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Chinese - English Liaison
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Commodities Procurement
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International Delegate
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Trade Development
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Contracts Administration
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Commercial Real Estate
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Sustainability
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中英联络
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商品采购
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国际代表
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贸易发展
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合同管理
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商业房地产
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可持续发展
Florence Zhu
Client Liaison
Energy Commodities Asia-Europe
朱妍颖
客户联络
亚洲-欧 洲能源商品
Florence obtained her double degree at the University of Sydney (USYD) majoring in Law, followed by a Business degree. Her extensive experience within a family office extends to commercial property, residential real estate sales and property management as well as off-market and development site acquisitions.
Her business development and procurement role is complimented by experience in stock trading, physical commodity trading and ties to the sustainability and waste management sectors. Facilitating carbon credits and clean energy ventures, Florence leads our team in green initiatives.
With a strong focus on our Chinese trading network and trade connections throughout Europe, Florence has the acumen to speak to our buyers on a technical level, overcoming the communication challenges faced by Chinese-speaking procurement teams entering into new foreign relationships. Florence brings CGP and our valued Chinese network closer, building trust and confidence.
妍颖 在悉尼大学 (USYD) 获得双学位，主修法律，随后获得商业学位。她在家族办公室的丰富经验延伸到商业地产、住宅房地产销售和物业管理以及场外和开发地块收购。
她在业务开发和采购方面的经验与股票交易、实物商品交易以及与可持续发展和废物管理部门的联系相得益彰。通过促进碳信用和清洁能源企业，妍颖 领导我们的团队开展绿色计划。
妍颖 专注于我们的中国贸易网络和遍布欧洲的贸易联系，她善于在技术层面与我们的买家沟通，克服了讲中文的采购团队在建立新的外国关系时面临的沟通挑战。妍颖 拉近了 CGP 和我们宝贵的中国网络之间的距离，建立了信任和信心
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Civil Works
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Heavy Logistics
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Mining Supply Chain
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Upstream Operations
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Mine Remediation
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Contracting
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Port Operations
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Real Estate Development
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Agricultural Development
Francesco Manna
Consultant
Civil Works, Mining and Development
With over forty years of experience in mining, civil works and property development. Frank has a proud history of delivering high-quality completions and building long-term relationships with clients including:
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State Governments
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Tier One Developers
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Coal and Iron Ore Mines
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Private Contractors across a diverse range of industries
Frank has an extensive experience with logistics, mining, mine remediation, large scale infrastructure and is widely regarded for his knowledge on civil contracting at the highest levels including The Australian Department of Defence.
CGP utilises his extensive consulting experience and relationships in Property Development, Real Estate, Mining and Logistics to ensure our client's commercial objectives in these industries are delivered on time and in budget, exceeding all relevant environmental, health and quality standards.
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Investment Management
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Investment Banking
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Legal
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Real Estate Development
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Debt and Equity Restructuring
Lorenzo Flammia
Investment Banking Consultant
Legal
Lorenzo earned his Law degree from the University of Sydney 25 years ago and has provided counsel and representation to Banks, Financial Institutions, Insurance Firms, Universities, and major international franchises.
His clientele has encompassed prominent entities such as Macquarie Bank, St George Bank, Aussie Home Loans, the University of Sydney, Macquarie University, NRMA, and Tricon.
Boasting over 28 years of legal expertise in areas such as property, leasing, local government, and finance, Lorenzo has also demonstrated proficiency in property development, investment management, and securitisation. He upholds global connections and spearheads commercialisation initiatives.
With a robust background in negotiations and an extensive network, Lorenzo leverages these strengths with a primary emphasis on domestic ventures, including broad-acre subdivision, high-rise commercial and residential development, construction, and infrastructure.
Lorenzo specialises in debt and equity restructuring and asset repositioning.
Additionally, Lorenzo holds a Class 1 Property, Stock, and Business License.
Founded on a commitment to excellence and ethical business practices, our journey is marked by a rich history of connecting good people, achieving objectives, and securing exclusive opportunities.
"We aim to provide the highest level of results to our clients and partners through personalised service and absolute integrity."
CGP traces its story back to the early 1960s when Raffaele Galardi, embarked on a new life in Australia, arriving from Italy by boat.
Raffaele began his career on the construction sites of Sydney, starting as a concreter and builder. This was an era where the construction industry was marked by its rough and rugged nature and demanding conditions where Unions were known for heavy handed politics to say the least.
In my blood, I carry a heritage of craftsmanship and leadership that spans generations. My father's relentless pursuit of quality and artistry in design, architecture and heavy construction, earned him recognition as a true master of his trade.
Through tireless effort and an understanding of enhancing productivity amongst his workers, Raffaele ascended through the ranks, and invested in his own sideline startup, importing luxury goods from Italy and eventually expanding into manufacturing with a factory in Sydney, all whilst still working hard in the construction business.
He cultivated close relationships with prominent developers, further cementing his honorable standing within the industry.
Notable projects under his supervision included the UNSW Wallace Wurth Building, graced by the presence of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during its unveiling in 1963.
(photograph courtesy UNSW archives).
Under his guidance, I was raised amidst the world of construction, property development, manufacturing and importing.
Those early years on construction sites instilled in me a profound appreciation for building and property development. I inherited more than just a legacy; The manufacturing and trading became second nature and I inherited the values of integrity, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.
Over the years, I've had the privilege of expanding my network with individuals across various sectors, including government, real estate, commodities, law and finance from around the world.
My commitment to professionalism and integrity has played a key role in the various successful ventures. I have consistently prioritised a diligent focus on detail and demonstrated proficiency in addressing complex challenges to identify optimal solutions.
Raffael Galardi
Director CGP
