Renewables and Digital Infrastructure Drive Innovation at Proximo Europe 2025

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Proximo Europe 2025: Renewables and Digital Infrastructure Lead the Way

As the concept of infrastructure evolves and the energy transition progresses, new sectors such as data centers and green hydrogen are emerging within the project finance arena. These significant changes were a focal point of discussions at the Proximo Europe 2025 event held in Copenhagen.

A Mammoth Construction Financing for Mammoth Solar

In a groundbreaking move for U.S. renewables, Doral Renewables has introduced a financing structure designed to alleviate the challenges posed by interconnection queues for solar developers.

Consortium Plans Brazilian Offshore Wind Pilot

A consortium led by Japan Blue Energy has signed a letter of intent for a $100 million floating offshore wind pilot project located off the coast of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The Aura Sul Wind project will utilize Raijin Float technology, featuring a precast, prestressed concrete platform for deep-water installation.

TotalEnergies Wins 1GW German Offshore Wind Concession

TotalEnergies, through North Sea OFW One GmbH, has secured the N-9.4 offshore wind concession in the German North Sea, allowing for the development of 1GW of capacity. This site, situated approximately 150km northwest of Heligoland, has been granted for a 25-year term, with the possibility of extension to 35 years.

Quinbrook Appoints Its First Global CEO

Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has bolstered its executive team with three new appointments, including Brian Restall as the firm’s inaugural Global CEO. Previously Quinbrook’s Australian Regional Leader, Restall will now oversee operations across North America, Europe, and Australia.

Brookfield to Acquire Hotwire from Blackstone

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has reached an agreement to acquire internet service provider Hotwire Communications from Blackstone for approximately $7 billion, inclusive of debt. Hotwire specializes in providing fiber network internet services, focusing on commercial and community-living customers.

Constellation Receives NY Approval for Calpine Acquisition

Constellation has obtained approval from the New York Public Service Commission for its acquisition of Calpine Corporation, with an equity purchase price of $16.4 billion. This transaction will merge Constellation’s nuclear fleet with Calpine’s portfolio of gas and geothermal assets.

Request for Proposal Issued for 2GW Transmission System in Karnataka

REC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL) has issued a request for proposals to develop a 2GW intrastate transmission system. This system will facilitate the evacuation of power from a proposed solar park in Ryapte village, Tumkur district, Karnataka.

Hunter Point to Buy Minority Stake in Equitix

Tetragon Financial Group is selling a 16.1% minority stake in Equitix to Hunter Point Capital at an enterprise value of £1.3 billion ($1.75 billion), excluding net debt. Hunter Point Capital will purchase 14.6% from TFG Asset Management and 1.5% from Equitix management.

UK Commits £1bn for English Roads and £590m for Lower Thames Crossing

The UK government has pledged £1 billion ($1.36 billion) to improve the deteriorating transport infrastructure on England’s road network. This new funding will support the repair of aging bridges, flyovers, and tunnels, focusing on 3,000 bridges that are currently unable to carry heavy traffic.

Telangana Sanctions Budget for Hyderabad Metro Phase 2

The Telangana government has allocated INR 195.8 billion ($2.268 billion) for Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase 2B. The funding comprises 30% (INR 58.74 billion) from the state, 18% (INR 35.24 billion) from the national government, and 48% from multilateral agencies, including the Japan International Cooperation Agency.

Dispatch Energy Attracts $160m Funding Commitment

Terramont Infrastructure Partners has committed $160 million to Dispatch Energy, a provider of distributed energy solutions, with Hamilton Lane co-leading the investment. Dispatch Energy focuses on delivering cost-effective energy solutions to commercial and industrial clients.

Upcoming Events

– **June 16 – June 18, 2025**: Proximo Congress 2025: US Energy & Infrastructure Finance, Four Seasons Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee. This premier project finance conference will unite industry leaders in Power, Infrastructure, Decarbonization, and Digital Infrastructure.
– **October 14 – October 16, 2025**: Asia 2025: Agency, Energy & Infrastructure Finance. This event will connect innovators in export, project, and development finance, serving as a networking gateway for the APAC region.

Recent Reports

– **Global 2025: Data Trends in Export & Project Finance Data** (17 June 2025).

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