AlbaCore Launches Infrastructure Debt Strategy with Former UBS Team
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Tuesday, Sep 9, 2025 1:10 pm ET1min read
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AlbaCore Capital Group has made a strategic move by hiring a team from UBS Asset Management to launch its new infrastructure debt strategy. Viktor Kozel, a managing director, was appointed as the head of infrastructure debt at AlbaCore, joining forces with Ciara Halleman, Thibault Pontaut, and Margherita Mascia [1].
This move comes as traditional private credit firms are increasingly entering the infrastructure financing market. The shift is driven by the growing demand for infrastructure investments, particularly in sectors like energy transition and digital infrastructure. Non-traditional lenders, such as direct lending firms, insurance companies, and infrastructure equity investors, are establishing infrastructure private credit teams to capitalize on this trend [1].
AlbaCore, with $11 billion in assets under management, has recently raised $1.8 billion for a new direct-lending fund. The firm expects significant investment opportunities in the infrastructure debt space due to the sector's resilient cash flows and limited potential for losses [1].
The hiring of experienced professionals from UBS Asset Management indicates AlbaCore's commitment to leveraging established expertise in infrastructure financing. Kozel, in an interview, highlighted the potential for collaboration with banks rather than direct competition, emphasizing the importance of capital needs and the potential for new deals [1].
In addition to AlbaCore, other private credit firms like Blackstone Inc., Brookfield Asset Management Ltd., and Ares Management Corp. are also becoming more active in the infrastructure debt market. This increased activity is likely to further drive growth and innovation in the sector [1].
As the infrastructure debt market gains traction, investors and financial professionals should monitor developments closely. The strategic hiring by AlbaCore and the growing participation of major players suggest a promising future for infrastructure financing.
References:
[1] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-09/albacore-hires-team-from-ubs-am-to-launch-infra-debt-strategy
AlbaCore Capital Group has hired a team from UBS Asset Management, including Viktor Kozel as head of infrastructure debt, to launch its new infrastructure debt strategy. The move comes as traditional private credit firms enter the infrastructure financing market. AlbaCore has $11 billion in assets under management and recently raised $1.8 billion for a new direct-lending fund. The infrastructure debt market is expected to see increased activity as firms like Blackstone, Brookfield, and Ares Management Corp. become more active in the space.
Title: AlbaCore Capital Group Launches Infrastructure Debt Strategy with UBS HireAlbaCore Capital Group has made a strategic move by hiring a team from UBS Asset Management to launch its new infrastructure debt strategy. Viktor Kozel, a managing director, was appointed as the head of infrastructure debt at AlbaCore, joining forces with Ciara Halleman, Thibault Pontaut, and Margherita Mascia [1].
This move comes as traditional private credit firms are increasingly entering the infrastructure financing market. The shift is driven by the growing demand for infrastructure investments, particularly in sectors like energy transition and digital infrastructure. Non-traditional lenders, such as direct lending firms, insurance companies, and infrastructure equity investors, are establishing infrastructure private credit teams to capitalize on this trend [1].
AlbaCore, with $11 billion in assets under management, has recently raised $1.8 billion for a new direct-lending fund. The firm expects significant investment opportunities in the infrastructure debt space due to the sector's resilient cash flows and limited potential for losses [1].
The hiring of experienced professionals from UBS Asset Management indicates AlbaCore's commitment to leveraging established expertise in infrastructure financing. Kozel, in an interview, highlighted the potential for collaboration with banks rather than direct competition, emphasizing the importance of capital needs and the potential for new deals [1].
In addition to AlbaCore, other private credit firms like Blackstone Inc., Brookfield Asset Management Ltd., and Ares Management Corp. are also becoming more active in the infrastructure debt market. This increased activity is likely to further drive growth and innovation in the sector [1].
As the infrastructure debt market gains traction, investors and financial professionals should monitor developments closely. The strategic hiring by AlbaCore and the growing participation of major players suggest a promising future for infrastructure financing.
References:
[1] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-09/albacore-hires-team-from-ubs-am-to-launch-infra-debt-strategy
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