Altius Associates Ltd., manager of $24 billion in private equity and real assets funds, has announced the appointment of Mr. Duncan Cox as a special Advisor to the firm's Infrastructure business. Mr. Cox will be based in the US but will support the business globally.

Mr. Jay Yoder, Altius Head of Real Assets said:

"We are very pleased to have secured Duncan's services given his many years' experience in the global infrastructure sector. Increasingly our clients are seeking dedicated direct technical and operational expertise when they come to assess investments in the infrastructure sector. As a Special Advisor to the firm, Duncan will offer precisely this sort of high quality experience and knowledge."

Mr. Cox has a distinguished track record in top level management, with over 25 years of diverse experience in major international firms involved in engineering, procurement and construction of large infrastructure projects including high rise buildings, bridges, power plants, landfills and stadiums both in the US and internationally. Previous roles include: Chairman of Green Gas Americas; President and CEO of Canron Corporation; CEO of Mitsui Babcock Energy Ltd; and President of Zurn Energy Division.

Mr. Cox said:

"I am very happy to be joining Altius Associates in this role. I have been impressed by the quality and professionalism of the Real Assets team, and believe there are significant opportunities where my skills can add value to investment decisions. I look forward to working with the team as they expand the firm's business in this area."