On the equity side, infrastructure funds[xxx] emerged in the mid-2000s with mixed success. Infrastructure funds represent the entry of finance firms into the PPP arena. Rather than developer/contractor-led teams, large financial firms are in the driver's seat. Investment funds are predicated on the need for safe returns on capital over a long period.
More and more large institutions and pension funds are adding infrastructure funds to their portfolios. The safety and reliability of infrastructure investments are known and make them ideal for large investors looking for safe, steady returns.