Investcorp hardens its Gulf infrastructure focus amid booming regional projects. The Bahrain-headquartered firm ramps up investments in key sectors like ports, roads, and airports. Executives spotlight government-led initiatives driving this shift.
Platform Expansion Drives Growth
Investcorp launches a dedicated global infrastructure platform at a prominent industry conference. This initiative targets transportation assets across the GCC and beyond. It strengthens their existing regional portfolio to tap into surging demand.
Currently, infrastructure represents 9 per cent of Investcorp’s total assets under management. Company leaders aim to elevate this to 20 per cent within the next few years. Such expansion aligns with broader GCC efforts to diversify economies beyond oil dependency.
Spotlight on Key Investments
Aberdeen Investcorp Infrastructure Partners (AIIP), a key joint venture, commits to Oman’s Port of Duqm expansion. This $550 million deal funds dredging works and a new quay wall to support a low-carbon steel plant. The project advances Oman’s Vision 2040, targeting carbon neutrality by 2050.
AIIP marks its Saudi debut with the Al Fadhili Field House development. This workforce housing project sits near a major gas facility, aiding Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions. Earlier wins include the UAE’s ADNOC Project Wave and two social infrastructure concessions in the Kingdom.
These deals showcase AIIP’s edge in competitive bidding processes. The firm consistently outperforms rivals to secure high-value contracts.
Broader Portfolio and Targets
As of June 2025, Investcorp oversees $4.7 billion in infrastructure assets. AIIP concentrates on GCC social and core infrastructure, while a separate platform pursues global transportation opportunities. Overall, the company eyes $6 billion in investments this fiscal year, spanning private equity, real estate, and debt.
GCC governments allocate trillions to infrastructure over the coming decade. Investcorp positions itself to capture stable, long-term cash flows from these assets. Regional ports and energy projects attract global investor interest.
Strategic Positioning in GCC
Leaders emphasise the private sector’s growing role in funding megaprojects. Investcorp builds specialised teams to seize opportunities in the Gulf. They prioritise assets offering predictable returns amid economic transformation.
This hardened focus reinforces Investcorp’s Middle East footprint. Investors value the firm’s access to resilient infrastructure plays. The strategy promises sustained growth as regional ambitions accelerate.
