Infracorp lists US$900 million green sukuk on London Exchange

Infracorp lists US$900 million green sukuk on London Exchange

Infracorp B.S.C. announced the issuance of a US$900 million Sukuk, the first-ever green sukuk issued by a Bahraini entity and has been listed on London Stock Exchange. This landmark transaction reflects Infracorp’s strategy to accelerate growth of sustainable infrastructure development across MENA and South Asia regions while generating long-term returns for investors and adding lasting value to communities. Infracorp, the infrastructure and sustainability arm of GFH Financial Group B.S.C., builds on the Group’s accumulated experience of supporting the sustainable development of the communities and economies where it operates. Its sustainability roadmap positions Infracorp as the region’s pioneer in sustainability investments, and in bringing social infrastructure developments to life through a portfolio that spans social infrastructure, mixed use developments as well as developmental solutions. Hisham Alrayes, Chairman of Infracorp commented, “We are delighted to announce the issuance of Bahrain’s first green sukuk from Infracorp. This sukuk will enable positive and sustainable impact on the infrastructure development sector across the Gulf, North Africa and South Asian regions and is a response to the market’s appetite for opportunities that generate returns also in addition to participating in leaving a significant and tangible ESG impact.” He added: “With Green sukuks growing by more than