Ardian, a prominent global investment firm, has successfully raised US$20 billion for its latest infrastructure platform, Ardian Infrastructure Fund VI (AIF VI), primarily focused on European infrastructure investments. Announced on October 16, 2025, this fundraise marks Ardian’s largest infrastructure platform to date, comprising US$13.5 billion for AIF VI and additional co-investments. The fund is 90% larger than its predecessor, Ardian Infrastructure Fund V, reflecting strong investor confidence in Ardian’s strategy despite a challenging fundraising environment. AIF VI attracted 229 limited partners from Europe, North America, APAC, and the Middle East, with significant growth in U.S. investor participation, which doubled and accounted for 14% of the capital, and 32% from Asian investors, including new Australian contributors. The fund targets essential infrastructure in energy, transport, and digital sectors, with over 40% of its capital already deployed in assets like London Heathrow Airport, Venice Airport, Verne (a decarbonized data center platform), Attero (a waste management and carbon capture platform), Akuo (a renewable energy firm), and Energia Group (an Irish energy utility). Ardian’s approach combines industrial expertise with investment acumen, leveraging tools like OPTA for wind asset optimization and Ardian AirCarbon for aviation emissions reduction. This milestone underscores Ardian’s leadership in infrastructure investment, driven by a consistent strategy focused on operational improvements and long-term value creation, appealing to investors seeking stable returns in a volatile market.