Goldman Sachs Asset Management Completes Formation of $4 Billion Fund

Goldman Sachs Asset Management (hereinafter Goldman Sachs) announced on the 24th that it has completed the formation of the $4 billion 'West Street Infrastructure Partners IV' fund.

This fund is the latest series of the flagship fund primarily investing in value-added creation and mid-market infrastructure, achieving its target amount through contributions from various institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, as well as Goldman Sachs and its employees.

Philippe Camu, Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management's Infrastructure Division, said, "This fund was successfully formed, reflecting the capabilities, track record, and massive scale of Goldman Sachs' global infrastructure platform," and added, "We appreciate the partnership shown by both existing and new investors."

He continued, "We view both the previous portfolio investment performance and current investment opportunities positively," adding, "We have great expectations for the future of the Goldman Sachs global infrastructure platform and will do our best to provide consistent returns to investors."

The West Street Infrastructure Partners IV fund has already committed $2.3 billion in investments across eight companies spanning various regions and industries. These include Synthica, a U.S.-based organic renewable gas plant construction and operation company; Proy Group, a Norwegian seafood aquaculture industry transportation and support infrastructure service company; Verdalia, a European biomethane plant construction and operation company; GridStor, a U.S. utility battery facility construction and operation company; ImOn Communications, headquartered in Iowa, U.S., providing in-home fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) services; and Adapteo, a Nordic reusable modular space rental solutions company.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management's Infrastructure Division has provided differentiated investment opportunities and attractive investment returns to clients by experiencing multiple market cycles over the past 17 years. Currently, the business is led by co-CEOs Philippe Camu, Scott Lebovitz, and Tavis Cannell.

The West Street Infrastructure Partners IV fund plans to primarily invest in companies with defensive and long-term cash flows and excellent market dominance, as well as essential assets and services for local communities. The responsible team plans to collaborate with experts from the Goldman Sachs Value Accelerator to support portfolio companies in revenue growth, management innovation, digital transformation, talent acquisition, and ESG throughout overall portfolio management.

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