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Deals

A. Deals

The real estate reset: why 2026 belongs to those to adapt

Despite the uncertain interest rate outlook, property investors are bullish about this stalwart asset class.

Energetic Kiwi M&A market powered by hydro and solar deals

After a flat few years, better times are expected for the Kiwi transaction market in 2026.

C. Deals

Ansarada vs Intralinks: Which virtual data room saves Analysts more time?

Compare Ansarada vs Intralinks to find which VDR helps Analysts save time. Discover faster workflows, AI tools, and 24/7 support built for deals.

D. Deals

Australian merger laws are set to get stricter: How dealmakers can adapt

Dealmakers are bracing for the most significant overhaul of merger laws in decades, with mandatory notification set to transform how acquisitions unfold.

E. Deals

Energy and tech assets dominate Kiwi deal flow

With abundant natural resources, New Zealand as a market is known for its energy transactions and energy plays have dominated deal flow throughout 2025.

F. M&A Advisors

Building increase drives consolidation in ANZ materials market

Australia’s ongoing construction and infrastructure boom has seen overseas investor interest in essential building product suppliers.

G. Deals

Big energy deals will continue to drive transactions into the 2030s

Markets have been transfixed by energy market combinations, as the global transition to renewable market assets gathers pace.

H. Deals

Graham Stokoe: PE investments catalysing growth in renewable energy, fintech, and digital infrastructure

While it remains an emerging market, Africa’s up-and-coming generations will help support economic growth across the continent, according to Stokoe.

Procure

A. Procure

Craig Covil on risk allocation in transport infrastructure procurement

C2 Consulting Principal & Managing Director, Craig Covil shares insight on risk allocation, procurement challenges, and digital transformation.

B. Procure

New Zealand’s infrastructure sector unites to accelerate major project delivery

Government officials, advisors and industry leaders align on procurement reform as the country enters a pivotal investment period after years of project pause.

C. Industry news and trends

Maximising the benefits of technology in the social infrastructure sphere

In 2025, the case for incorporating tools and technologies into social infrastructure procurement process has been well and truly made out.

D. Procure

How to reduce pricing uncertainty in procurement with proactive communication

Proactive disclosure supports accurate risk pricing. Improve pricing accuracy in tenders by providing the right information to bidders up front.

E. Industry news and trends

KPMG Managing Director Iain Tester: It’s all about clarity and transparency in social infrastructure procurement

In the US and around the world, governments need to embrace processes and practices that encourage innovation and fair competition, says Iain.

F. Industry news and trends

Infrastructure NSW's David Hurrell believes digital tools deliver for social infrastructure

Government bodies have much to gain from adopting automated procurement software that supports project integrity and efficiency, according to David

G. Procure

Transparency drives progress in infrastructure procurement

How procurement teams put processes and tools in place that ensure stakeholder and public expectations for transparency and auditability are met.

H. Procure

Mark Betts: Leveraging digital tools can ensure infrastructure projects meets current demands

Large projects are increasingly relying on digital tools to extract the biggest possible reward from any investment outlay.

Pathfinders

A. Pathfinder

Waco International - Customer success story

Waco International standardises processes from IPO to audits for always-on M&A deal readiness

B. Pathfinder

Vista Point Advisors

Michael Lyon, Founder and Managing Director at Vista Point Advisors, specialises in M&A with a unique value proposition and clear differentiation.

C. Pathfinder

Travelstart

Keri Hattingh customises Ansarada Pathways to automate company-wide auditing, legal, and compliance processes for M&A.

D. Pathfinder

Transurban blazes paths forward in infrastructure procurement - Customer success story

Sean Mallipudi is the Director, Procurement and Corporate Services at Transurban in Washington DC. Watch his M&A story.

E. Pathfinder

The Detail Group - Customer success story

Ansarada provides secure virtual data rooms and AI-powered tools for seamless deal management, enhancing decision-making and collaboration for businesses.

F. Pathfinder

Sustainable Development Capital LLP - Customer success story

Keith Driver, Head of Investor Relations, specialises in financial advisory, capital markets, project development, and M&A in renewable energy globally.

G. Pathfinder

Career banker Arun Varughese is a Pathfinder - Customer success story

Arun Varughese leads M&A advisory for the financial sponsor team at Rand Merchant Bank. Watch his story.

H. Pathfinder

PSG Capital

Johan Holtzhausen is CEO of PSG Capital, passionate about fine wine and satisfied advisory clients. This is his M&A story.

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