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AMP Capital to manage new Irish infrastructure fund
The new fund is evidence of increased allocation to infrastructure by pension funds, says Anthony Fasso, CEO of AMP Capital International.
By Simon Osborne | 14 November 2011
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NPS, CIC seek to acquire Aussie turnpike
Horizon Roads, a consortium of global institutional investors, plans to take a stake in a Melbourne toll road as its developer exits the project.
By Dr Insup Lee | 21 September 2011
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Infrastructure risks may be greater than realised
A survey of project risk in Australia finds infrastructure projects can end up costing more than investors expect.
By Jame DiBiasio | 4 August 2011
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Japan’s Pension Fund Association mulls illiquids
The PFA likes infrastructure and real estate, but is mistrustful of the ideas presented by fund managers.
By Jame DiBiasio | 18 May 2011
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Infrastructure gains may precede Thai general election
In common with other Southeast Asian countries, Thailand’s infrastructure needs upgrading, but how can investors in listed equity participate?
By Simon Osborne | 4 May 2011
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AMP launches lower-risk infrastructure fund
The new AMP Capital Infrastructure Debt Fund takes a distinctly risk-averse attitude to its asset class, with a focus on OECD assets.
By Simon Osborne | 7 April 2011
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Investors wanted by Chinese contractors for Brazil deals
Institutional investors are needed to bridge the gap between Chinese contractors’ preference for government-supported borrowing and Brazil’s project finance needs.
By Leanne Wang | 8 December 2010
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Who will pay for the Philippines' top 10 infrastructure wants?
Roads, rail and airports are the initial priorities for the Philippines' government’s offerings to infrastructure investors, but questions remain about who will provide ...
By Simon Osborne | 2 December 2010
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Philippines hopes new infrastructure fund will stop the rot
The Philippines Infrastructure Development Fund has ambitious plans to pay for improvements to the country’s ramshackle roads, railways and water networks.
By Simon Osborne | 30 November 2010
Conference Highlights
Philippines' president targets infrastructure investment
Benigno Aquino outlines plans to expand airport capacity and to further liberalise the civil aviation industry in a keynote address at the Philippines Infrastructure 2010 ...
By Simon Osborne | 19 November 2010
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AMP Capital marketing mezz-focused infrastructure fund
Bolstered by new hires Anthony Fasso and Boe Pahari, AMP Capital is keen to take advantage of new openings outside Australia for mezzanine lending to real assets.
By Jame DiBiasio | 9 September 2010
Markets
How to benefit from one of the mega trends of our time
Steef Bergakker, portfolio manager of Robeco Infrastructure Equities, expects constructors of infrastructure to profit from heavy stimulus spending, new build in emerging ...
By Steef Bergakker | 29 April 2010
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Alternatives suit long-term investors, says Aberdeen
Infrastructure will become increasingly important, while property is attractive due to relatively wide spreads, says Mike Turner, the UK asset manager's allocation head.
By Joseph Marsh | 26 April 2010
Commentary
Russia, realising need for foreign capital, makes strides
The country's government has identified areas in need of capital inflows, and investors appear to be taking note.
By Joseph Marsh | 14 April 2010
Asset Owners
AustralianSuper to boost real estate, infrastructure
AustralianSuper’s CIO and deputy CEO, Mark Delaney, discusses the fund’s performance coming out of the credit crunch.
By Jame DiBiasio | 29 March 2010
People Moves
Varun Bajpai and Praveen Gupta to lead SBI Macquarie venture
The State Bank of India and Macquarie have appointed Varun Bajpai and Praveen Gupta to senior management positions in their soon-to-be-established India infrastructure fund.
By Sameera Anand | 15 December 2009
Markets
India continues gradual approach to infrastructure
Macquarie's Asian infrastructure conference reveals no surprises on India – investment still moves at a glacial pace.
By Edward Russell | 8 December 2009
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Macquarie and China Everbright team up to raise $1.5 billion
The two are forming an asset management joint venture that will invest in core infrastructure in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
By Rita Raagas De Ramos | 20 August 2009
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India's UTI launches infrastructure fund
The Unit Trust of India partners with HSH Nordbank and Noor in a $500 million private equity fund to invest in Indian infrastructure projects.
By Sameera Anand | 27 July 2009
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The right time for infrastructure
Andrew Yee of Standard Chartered IL&FS Infrastructure Growth Fund talks about Asian infrastructure post the credit crisis.
By Edward Russell | 7 May 2009
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