The Unit manages operator and investor relations at a sector-level, as part of a wider Departmental commercial engagement strategy.
* The Unit speaks regularly with active and potential operators and investors to understand their position in the market and keep them informed of the investment pipeline. It facilitates the networking of projects with the same operators and investors, so they work together on mutual issues or negotiations.
** The Unit makes clear what it expects of potential operators and lenders in the sector. It educates them on sector specific issues, and encourages their innovation in the market, both in the delivery of services and routes of investment. The Unit also uses feedback from operators and lenders to improve its procurement processes and attract increased level of bids.
*** The Unit manages relationships with operators and investors at a sector level, and is able to use the Department's influence and commercial weight as a lever in negotiations.