New Zealand faces a significant infrastructure deficit, requiring substantial investment in new projects and upgrades to meet the demands of a growing population and economy. 

The new coalition Government has indicated it is open to Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and other private finance models to deliver projects. Creating new funding streams to underpin the financing of projects looms as a major challenge.

Simpson Grierson, New Zealand's leading infrastructure law firm, is well positioned to advise on the changes that are coming. Our specialists have a long track record of advising on funding and financing of infrastructure projects, including PPPs, under previous government programmes.

Our experience includes current initiatives such as the major Infrastructure Funding and Financing (IFF) programme, which is now delivering important urban development projects across New Zealand. Importantly, we have expertise on a range of other revenue generation and funding tools, including time-of-use charging, development contributions, and value capture. 

Simpson Grierson is committed to facilitating sustainable growth for the nation's future, including through providing high quality thought leadership and industry support. As part of this commitment, Partner Josh Cairns led a panel of experts discussing funding models at the 2024 Building Nation’s Conference.