Green light for Infravest, a strategic cooperation between, WorxInvest and Belfius

On September 19th, 2024, an agreement was announced that WorxInvest would acquire half of the interest of Gimv NV in Infravest NV. Infravest NV – incorporated as a 100 % subsidiary of Gimv – is with 21,32 % the largest shareholder of TINC NV and is also the indirect shareholder of TINC Manager NV, de statutory director of TINC NV. As part of this transaction, Gimv NV and Belfius NV would also contribute their respective interest in TDP NV, the joint venture incorporated by Gimv and Belfius to develop and manage a wide variety of infrastructure assets, in Infravest NV. The transaction was subject to the usual conditions precedent including approval by the relevant authorities.

All regulatory consents have now been obtained, allowing for the strategic cooperation to start. Going forward, WorxInvest and Gimv will each hold a 40,8 % interest in Infravest NV, with Belfius holding a minority interest of 18,4 %.

Infravest NV fully supports as a long-term shareholder the growth ambitions of TINC at a time that the demand for infrastructure investments is stronger than ever.

Acquisition of Complementary Mid-Market Infrastructure Manager Deepens Origination and Asset Management Capabilities in Fast-Growing Sectors Strategically Aligned with Apollo’s Long-Term Growth Objectives

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Argo Infrastructure Partners (“Argo”), a leading mid-market asset manager targeting essential infrastructure assets in North America, in a stock and cash transaction. At closing, Argo will add approximately $6 billion of high-quality assets to the Apollo infrastructure platform, as well as an experienced team of more than 20 professionals focused on core and core plus infrastructure equity opportunities.

Established in 2013, Argo has a successful track record of long-term value creation in digital infrastructure, renewable energy, transportation, utilities and other industries. Argo’s focus on core and core plus infrastructure assets will broaden Apollo’s Sustainability & Infrastructure strategies and deepens Apollo’s existing origination capabilities within key sectors that Apollo believes will continue to benefit from robust investment, including digital infrastructure and the energy transition.

“We are excited to announce this agreement with Argo which will add capabilities that are highly complementary to our existing value-add investment strategy. The Argo team has curated a high-quality portfolio, managing assets on behalf of a top-tier group of institutional investors,” said Harry Seekings and Olivia Wassenaar, Partners and Co-Heads of Infrastructure at Apollo. “Argo has an experienced team with deep origination and asset management expertise, and we look forward to integrating this successful strategy into our franchise, continuing the team’s strong track record of providing investors with thoughtful, differentiated access to mid-market core and core plus infrastructure.”

“Since its founding in 2013, Argo has had a mission to focus relentlessly on delivering on our innovative investment strategy, bringing creativity to a mature, but vital, sector. With this mindset, Argo has built a leading infrastructure platform, managing 18 portfolio companies across the U.S. and Canada. Apollo’s global reach, extensive resources and shared commitment to long-term value creation make them the ideal partner to carry forward Argo’s mission,” said Jason Zibarras, Founding Partner of Argo.

Upon closing, Argo will join Apollo’s Sustainability & Infrastructure group, which includes strategies across the risk-return spectrum from private credit and value add infrastructure equity to infrastructure private equity.

Apollo expects the transaction will be modestly accretive to fee-related earnings in 2026. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals, and is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2025.

Advisors
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is acting as legal counsel to Apollo. Fenchurch Advisory Partners is acting as exclusive financial advisor and Latham & Watkins is serving as legal counsel to Argo.

About Apollo
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of September 30, 2024, Apollo had approximately $733 billion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.

About Argo Infrastructure Partners
Argo Infrastructure Partners LP, founded by Jason Zibarras, is an independent fund manager with a long-term approach to infrastructure investing. Argo invests in high-quality infrastructure businesses and assets that provide essential services to their communities over their long operational lives, including investments in utilities, renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and other long duration infrastructure assets. Argo’s investment philosophy couples sound investment return with responsible and sustainable investing. As of January 2025, Argo manages over $6 billion in assets on behalf of its investor partners. For more information, visit www.argoip.com.

Apollo Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include, but are not limited to, discussions related to Apollo’s expectations regarding the performance of its business and other non-historical statements. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management. When used in this press release, the words “believe,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these expectations will prove to have been correct. These statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Apollo believes these factors include but are not limited to those described under the section entitled “Risk Factors” in Apollo’s annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 27, 2024, and the quarterly report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 6, 2024, as such factors may be updated from time to time in Apollo’s periodic filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this press release and in Apollo’s other filings with the SEC. Apollo undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. This press release does not constitute an offer of any Apollo fund.

Contacts

For Apollo:

Noah Gunn
Global Head of Investor Relations
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
(212) 822-0540
IR@apollo.com

Joanna Rose
Global Head of Corporate Communications
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
(212) 822-0491
Communications@apollo.com

For Argo:

Argo Infrastructure Partners
info@ArgoIP.com

Media Contact
Ira Gorsky
ArgoInfrastructurePartners@edelmansmithfield.com

EQT and Temasek to sell O2 Power to JSW Neo Energy for USD 1.5 billion.

O2 Power was established as a new company in 2020 by EQT and Temasek and has since grown to become a leading player in India’s renewable energy sector, achieving 4.7 gigawatt of total capacity.

O2 Power represents EQT’s first infrastructure investment in Asia Pacific, as well as EQT’s first infrastructure exit in the region.

EQT Infrastructure IV (“EQT”) and Temasek today announced the 100% sale of O2 Power (the “Company”) to JSW Neo Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Energy, for USD 1.5 billion. Established as a new company in 2020 by EQT and Temasek, both organizations have worked to build and support O2 Power from a greenfield renewables start-up, into one of India’s largest renewable energy platforms, specializing in utility-scale projects across solar, wind and hybrid energy technologies. Headquartered in Gurgaon, India, the Company has secured a total capacity of 4.7 gigawatt since its inception, with 2.3 gigawatt expected to be operational by June 2025.

The Company was built around robust governance structures, operational processes and scalable systems, alongside a diverse board with both global and local expertise. This laid the foundation for growth while upholding transparency and accountability.

Under EQT and Temasek’s ownership, O2 Power successfully diversified into solar, wind, hybrid technologies and adjacent battery energy storage solutions. The Company also expanded its presence serving both the public utility and Commercial & Industrial segments, securing its position as a leader in India’s renewable energy market.

As a result, since its inception, O2 Power has grown from a team of experienced co-founders into a professional organization with over 300 employees. In addition to deep project lifecycle expertise, the Company established robust central functions in finance, compliance, HR and other key areas to position itself for long-term success. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company demonstrated resilience and strategic agility, achieving continued growth through disciplined expansion and targeted acquisitions.

The transaction marks a significant milestone for EQT in Asia Pacific, as O2 Power was EQT’s first infrastructure investment in the region, and it is now the firm’s first infrastructure exit. O2 Power aligns with EQT’s thematic investment focus on energy transition infrastructure, including renewable platforms. India’s renewable energy market remains one of the fastest-growing globally, driven by the government’s ambitious targets of achieving 500 gigawatts of installed renewable capacity by 2030. O2 Power’s track record and strategic positioning equip it to continue contributing meaningfully to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future for the country.

Piyush Singhvi, Managing Director and Head of India & Southeast Asia for the EQT Infrastructure advisory team, said, “India is one of the most exciting renewable energy markets globally, and O2 Power has been playing a key role in advancing its clean energy transition. We are proud to have been part of this pivotal effort. O2 Power’s success as a scaled and diversified renewable energy platform is a true testament to the power of disciplined governance, strategic innovation, and a shared vision for a greener future. Under Parag’s exceptional leadership, O2 Power has built a strong platform that will further thrive with JSW Neo Energy’s support. We look forward to seeing it continue to drive the energy transition in India and a cleaner, more sustainable future.”

Parag Sharma, CEO of O2 Power, said, “This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for O2 Power. I want to thank our incredible team, especially the site teams, whose dedication has been critical to our success. We remain committed to providing our team with continuing opportunities for growth as we work to commission incremental capacity and expand our pipeline. We are deeply grateful to EQT and Temasek for their support in establishing O2 Power as a leader in India’s renewable energy sector. With the backing of JSW Neo Energy, we aim to build India’s most impactful renewable energy business, solidifying our position as a market leader while driving the nation’s renewable energy goals.”

Barclays served as financial advisor to EQT and Temasek, and A&O Shearman served as legal advisor to EQT and Temasek.

EQT Contact
EQT Press Office, press@eqtpartners.com

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About EQT
EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management (EUR 134 billion in fee-generating assets under management), divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

More info: www.eqtgroup.com
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About Temasek
Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, with a net portfolio value of S$389 billion (US$288b) as at 31 March 2024. Operating on commercial principles, it seeks to deliver sustainable returns over the long term. Temasek has 13 offices in 9 countries around the world: Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore in Asia; and Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC outside Asia.

More info: www.temasek.com.sg

About O2 Power
O2 Power is a leading renewable energy company in India with expertise in wind and solar energy across both utility-scale and C&I segments. The company holds an extensive portfolio of both commissioned and under development capacity. Operating across eight states, O2 Power leverages innovative energy solutioning and strong execution capabilities to drive India’s transition to sustainable energy.