Investec and Starwood Infrastructure Finance Announce North American Partnership

Investec Bank plc (“Investec”), a leading international financial services provider, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership between its Energy & Infrastructure team and Starwood Infrastructure Finance (“Starwood”), a top-tier investment platform in the energy and infrastructure space. This partnership aims to strengthen the existing relationship between the two institutions, providing clients with enhanced capital solutions.

Investec and Starwood are targeting $500 million of capital deployment in the next 12 months, focusing on the infrastructure and project finance sectors.

Valeria Lombardi, Head of Energy and Infrastructure Finance Loan Syndications at Investec: “The partnership with Starwood has proven to be extremely effective in enhancing our offerings to clients. Together, we are well-positioned to deploy $500 million in capital over the next 12 months to meet the growing demand for innovative financing solutions.”

Hans Beekmans and Fred Petit, Co-Head of Energy and Infrastructure Finance Origination at Investec: “This collaboration enables us to create a ‘one-stop shop’ that provides a comprehensive range of tailored financing options and enhances both of our institutions’ positioning in a very competitive market.”

Sean Murdock, President of Starwood Infrastructure Finance: “Partnering with Investec has enabled us to expand our reach in the energy and infrastructure sectors. This collaboration enhances our ability to support clients with customised financial solutions and reinforces our commitment to long-term growth in the industry. We look forward to leveraging our combined expertise to create value for our clients and stakeholders, ultimately benefiting from the synergies generated by this partnership.”

This partnership builds on the successful collaboration between Investec and Starwood in the recent refinancing of Hickory Run, a combined Cycle Gas Turbine facility located in New Castle, Pennsylvania. In that transaction, Investec and Starwood served as Coordinating Lead Arrangers for a financing package that included a $210 million Term Loan and a $55 million Revolving Credit Facility.

Investec is a leading provider of project financing, offering tailored financial solutions in energy and infrastructure, including both traditional and renewable energy. With decades of experience, Investec helps finance clients and manage transactions for energy developers, infrastructure funds, and corporates. Its global team in London, New York, and Johannesburg delivers insights and innovative solutions for the unique challenges in the sector. Investec offers a wide range of financing options, including balance sheet lending and institutional debt, while its advisory services draw on deep industry knowledge to enhance transaction outcomes. Investec's expertise spans conventional power, renewable energy, midstream oil and gas, and more.

This partnership marks a significant step forward for both organisations, enhancing their capabilities to deliver innovative financing solutions to clients across North America.