Company overview
Thames Systems delivers advanced compliance technology tailored to the needs of regulated financial institutions
Thames Systems is a specialist financial technology provider dedicated to delivering secure, scalable solutions for regulated markets. Founded in 1996 and built by professionals with more than fifty years of combined financial services experience, we help derivative brokers and currency payment firms meet the toughest compliance demands while running smarter, faster operations.
3 Offices
London (UK), Houston (USA); expansion into Asia planned
50+
Years of combined financial‑services experience
200M+
Daily trades processed Handles millions of trade lines every day
100%
Satisfied customers
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Meet our Team
Friendly, professional and responsive, the Thames Systems team are working hard to build successful business relationships.
Stewart Kirkpatrick
Managing Director
Graham Foster
Consultant, Lead Programmer
Dr Ann Collins
Director of People & Culture
Shan Foster
Database Analyst
Pierre Kirkpatrick
Office Administrator
Core values & principles
Our business philosophy
At Thames Systems, our approach is driven by a commitment to excellence, long-term partnerships, and industry-proven expertise. We believe that success comes from delivering solutions that are robust, reliable, and engineered with purpose.
1.
Quality and Professionalism at Every Stage
We work to the highest professional standards, ensuring every project is handled with diligence, attention to detail, and technical precision. Our team brings extensive experience to each challenge, delivering work we’re proud to stand behind.
2.
Driven by Hard Work and Reliability
We believe trust is earned. That’s why we consistently go the extra mile, from project planning to final delivery. Our clients depend on us because we are responsive, dependable, and committed to doing the job right the first time.
3.
Smart Solutions Built on Experience
Our focus is on providing practical, efficient solutions designed to meet real-world needs. We utilise our knowledge and industry insight to improve performance, maximise value, and support our customers for the long term.
Milestones
Discover our history
1996
Foundations Built on Collaboration
Thames Systems was founded in 1996 by Stewart Kirkpatrick, originally formed as a limited company vehicle for Stewart and a group of trusted friends and colleagues. The aim was to support one another in contract work and create a platform where skilled professionals could work together, share opportunities, and deliver quality outcomes.
From the very beginning, the business was built on collegial spirit, mutual respect, and professional collaboration, values that continue to shape Thames Systems today.
2017
Launch of T100
Thames Systems launched T100 in partnership with a global clearing firm to solve the increasing complexity of KYC and AML obligations.
2024
Opening Offices in Texas
Expanded the onboarding module to support FSMA regulated firms and opened a Houston office in Texas.
2025
From Now
Today – T100 supports firms across exchange-traded derivatives and currency exchange payment services, processing millions of trade lines every day.
Tomorrow – We continue to innovate, adding integrations, automations, and features that keep our clients ahead of evolving regulation.
