The September 2026 issue of Infrastructure Investor features rising star nominations and key industry updates. What's driving the skyrocketing growth of infrastructure continuation vehicles? Analysts examine the trend as Step Stone completes a significant secondaries haul and MEAG appoints a new infrastructure head. Apollo finalizes a $10bn FBO deal, marking a major milestone in fund deployment. NIIF secures a strong second close of $2bn for its second infrastructure fund, driven by strong re-ups from limited partners. EQT leverages secondaries to build the first stage of its new AI infrastructure strategy. Australia launches its first offshore wind auction with 2GW capacity up for grabs. UK infrastructure faces a scheduled reckoning this autumn, prompting strategic reviews. Ofgem implements a data centre queue cull to manage growing demand pressures.

Australia's capital gains tax shake-up for foreign investors represents a critical policy shift affecting cross-border capital flows. The transport roundtable discusses emerging mobility trends and infrastructure bottlenecks. These stories collectively highlight the evolving dynamics of global infrastructure investment, secondary market activity, and regulatory landscapes shaping the sector's next phase of growth.