Infrastructure Mergers and Acquisition (M&A)

Global interest in infrastructure investments is growing, thanks to the robust attributes of the asset class and the steady flow of new opportunities as governments explore alternatives to the traditional public provision of assets and services.

The challenge for infrastructure investors is to make the most of these opportunities by finding, structuring and closing the best deals in the most financial and tax efficient manner:

• Asset sourcing – finding appropriate assets in the countries of interest that fit their risk profile
• Transaction structuring – determining the most appropriate financing mechanism and efficient acquisition structure to deliver the highest possible returns
• Transaction support – accessing experts who can share the load, for example, by performing a thorough validation of the business case and conducting expert due diligence.

Deloitte's infrastructure investors team

We have been supporting infrastructure funds and direct investors around the world for many years; advising on the delivery of complex, cross-border transactions. We therefore have a deep understanding of the sector, financing mechanisms, regulatory regimes and key players.

Our dedicated team offers a comprehensive range of transaction-related services, providing end-to-end support, from the moment the prospect is identified right through to the conclusion of the transaction and beyond, including:

• Infrastructure asset assessment against key investment criteria
• Fundraising and structuring advice
• End-to-end transaction support, including acquisition due diligence and structuring, M&A tax and tax compliance
• Lifecycle maintenance and cost optimisation of fund portfolios
• Market knowledge and insight
• Asset and industry specialists.