Blackstone to launch US$40 billion infrastructure investment vehicle and new infrastructure business

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Blackstone to launch US$40 billion infrastructure investment vehicle and new infrastructure business

Blackstone and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia announced today the execution of a memorandum of understanding in relation to the launch of a new investment vehicle dedicated to infrastructure with an anchor US$20 billion contribution by PIF.

Blackstone anticipates that the program will have US$40 billion in total equity commitments in a permanent capital vehicle, including $20 billion to be raised from other investors. The MOU is non-binding and the parties will continue their negotiation to agree definitive documentation.

Overall, through the equity in this vehicle and additional debt financing, Blackstone expects to invest in more than US$100 billion of infrastructure projects, principally in the United States.

H.E. Yasir Al Rumayyan, Managing Director of the Public Investment Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said:

“The Public Investment Fund’s international investment strategy is built upon establishing strong global partnerships and identifying opportunities to maximize sustainable returns for the people of Saudi Arabia. We look forward to partnering with Blackstone, a recognized leader with a strong record of achievement across its extensive infrastructure projects. This potential investment reflects our positive views around the ambitious infrastructure initiatives being undertaken in the United States as announced by President Trump, and the strategic opportunity for the Public Investment Fund to achieve long-term returns given historical investment shortfalls.”

Blackstone President Hamilton E. James said:

“There is broad agreement that the United States urgently needs to invest in its rapidly aging infrastructure.  This will create well-paying American jobs and will lay the foundation for stronger long-term economic growth. Blackstone has the talent, scale and experience to be an effective private sector partner in filling the massive infrastructure funding gap. We thank PIF for its strong endorsement of the United States and its vote of confidence in our country and Blackstone in making this investment.”

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