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In an era where infrastructure challenges are both complex and multifaceted, BTY’s Infrastructure Advisory team has emerged as a leader, providing essential advisory services across a range of sectors, including transportation, energy, renewables, student housing, long-term care, digital connectivity, and infrastructure for Indigenous Nations.

BTY leaders Ben Connor, Brendan Kwan, Sam Rekab, Matthew MacLean, and Emmalee Ast reflect on the success factors driving the firm’s evolution to continue as a top-ranked advisory firm for private finance, project finance, and P3 deals.

Top Technical Advisor in North America

According to Infralogic Rankings for Q3 2024, BTY ranks as the top Technical Advisor in North America for Grantors, Funders, and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).

The firm’s Infrastructure Advisory team has proven its strength and capability, engaging in seven deals with a combined capex of $4.6 billion during the quarter—an impressive 250% increase over the same period in 2023.

BTY Wins Technical Advisor of the Year at the  2024 P3 Awards

BTY has added another accolade to its growing list of achievements, winning the prestigious Technical Advisor of the Year Award at this year’s P3 Awards, organized by P3 Bulletin on October 24. After advancing to the finalist list, BTY was selected based on demonstrating excellence in advising on the delivery of partnership projects and programs within the Americas.

Ben Connor, Director of Infrastructure Advisory at BTY, emphasized the firm’s commitment to the North American market. “P3s and private finance are essential to address the infrastructure deficit in North America. We’re the generation of advisors at the frontline of driving innovation in delivery models to ensure clients have versatile expertise for deals to succeed. Our market edge is the diverse sector knowledge and consistent excellence in service delivery. It’s great to see our team’s hard work recognized by the award and reflected in the top ranking.”

The award recognizes BTY’s outstanding contributions to advancing Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) through innovation, significant market impact, and forward-thinking approaches. The shortlisted firms were judged by peers from across the infrastructure industry, highlighting BTY’s leadership and expertise as a top technical advisor.

Maintaining Market Edge with Cross-Sector Expertise

The evolution of infrastructure delivery in North America marks a significant shift from traditional models that primarily focused on social infrastructure like hospitals and schools. Today’s projects encompass a broader spectrum. BTY’s portfolio includes sectors such as:

🔘  Energy & Renewables

🔘  Aviation

🔘  Student Housing

🔘  Infrastructure for Indigenous Nations

🔘  Long-Term Care & Seniors Living

🔘  Social Infrastructure

🔘  Transportation

🔘  Mobility

🔘  Water & Waste

🔘  Digital Connectivity

🔘  Operational Phase Assets

🔘  Secondary Market Transactions

The Power of Global Infrastructure Project & Stakeholder Management

In a globalized environment, infrastructure projects often span multiple jurisdictions, presenting unique challenges that require sophisticated project and stakeholder management. BTY excels in this dynamic landscape, leveraging its cross-border experience to become a preferred partner for global infrastructure delivery.

Brendan Kwan, Director, added “Our team thrives on cross-sector knowledge and collaboration across the global capital markets. BTY’s ability to navigate the regulatory, financial, and technical complexities across different regions and first-to-market projects sets us apart.” This unique expertise allows BTY to provide tailored solutions for a diverse range of projects, ensuring clients can effectively manage their portfolios in various markets.

Supporting Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure

As the importance of energy transition and a low carbon future translate to construction and infrastructure delivery in more markets, BTY’s Infrastructure Advisory team is committed to helping clients align their projects with sustainability goals.

“Investors are increasingly looking at green infrastructure and how projects align with sustainability goals. Our ability to conduct thorough due diligence that accounts for ESG factors is a significant part of our value proposition,” explains Matthew MacLean, Associate Director.

BTY’s involvement in various renewable and district energy projects across higher education campuses, utility system modernization initiatives, and power generation exemplify the firm’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure solutions.

A Trusted Partner in Risk Management

Risk management is at the core of BTY’s success, according to Sam Rekab, Director. “With the increasing complexity of today’s projects, identifying and mitigating risks early is critical. Our job as a trusted partner in risk management is to make sure risks—whether related to design, construction, or environmental factors—are addressed before they become issues.”

BTY’s proactive approach to risk management has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner for both public and private sector owners and investors. With a robust portfolio spanning the United States, Canada, and Europe, BTY’s Infrastructure Advisory team ensures that projects not only succeed but also deliver long-term operational value.

Growing Demand for Operational Phase Services

As infrastructure projects progress through their contract terms, there is an increasing need for specialized operational phase services to optimize asset conditions and ensure peak performance throughout the asset life-cycle.

BTY has recognized this trend and strengthened its focus on this critical area. Emmalee Ast, Associate Director, notes, “With the growing demand for operational phase services, clients are looking to optimize operations, improve efficiencies, and ensure the longevity of their investments. Our record volume of engagements on infrastructure assets gives clients unparalleled access to deep expertise and knowledge. This is especially important as operations and maintenance become essential for compliance with handback terms.”