Infrastructure team growth considered by Blackstone as part of increased investment in the sector
Blackstone Expands Presence in India's Infrastructure Sector
New York-headquartered asset management giant, Blackstone, is increasing its footprint in India's infrastructure sector. The firm is planning to hire an investment professional with deep experience in the infrastructure sector, according to a person close to the development who shared the information with our website.
This strategic move is part of Blackstone's broader push into infrastructure investments in India. The firm is already making significant strides in the country through its logistics real estate platform, Horizon Industrial Parks.
Founded in 2022, Horizon operates 40 industrial and logistics parks across India, with a footprint of 55 million square feet. It plans a significant IPO in 2025, aiming to capitalize on the booming logistics market driven by e-commerce and urbanization.
Horizon has also engaged in government partnerships in Maharashtra that facilitate $650 million in foreign direct investment, generate 27,000 jobs, and align with India's 2024 Logistics Policy to modernize infrastructure. This demonstrates Blackstone's focus on investments aligned with national policy and infrastructure growth trends.
The hire for Blackstone's India team signifies a commitment to scaling investments and operational capacity in the sector. The individual will join a team that is competing with incumbents like IndoSpace, with expertise in global logistics and asset monetization strategies, aiming to exploit India's projected 15-20% annual growth in infrastructure and logistics real estate.
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- Blackstone's plans to hire an investment professional with deep experience in the infrastructure sector indicate a commitment to scaling investments and operational capacity in finance.
- The individual joining Blackstone's India team will be part of a team that competes with incumbents like IndoSpace, with expertise in global logistics and asset monetization strategies, aiming to exploit India's projected 15-20% annual growth in infrastructure and logistics real estate, a sector heavily influenced by finance.
