Höegh Evi and the Høegh family are pleased to announce a new partnership with Igneo Infrastructure Partners. Funds managed by Igneo Infrastructure Partners have reached an agreement with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners to acquire their 50% ownership stake in Laurus Holding Limited, the sole owner of Höegh Evi.
This marks a significant step for Höegh Evi as they continue to solidify their position as a market leader in LNG infrastructure and expand their focus towards clean energy solutions. The collaboration with Igneo Infrastructure Partners is expected to bring deep expertise and resources to support innovation and further growth in this evolving energy landscape.
Morten Høegh, Chairman of Höegh Evi, expressed his enthusiasm for the new partnership, stating, “We deeply value the close collaboration we have had with MSIP through an extraordinary period. As we expand our focus to include clean energy solutions, Igneo offers deep expertise and resources to support innovation and further growth, aligning with Höegh Evi’s position as global leader in floating infrastructure for energy security and the transition.”
Niall Mills, Managing Partner and Global Head of Igneo Infrastructure Partners, also commented on the investment: “Höegh Evi is a global leader in delivering floating energy infrastructure to countries advancing energy security and a pioneer in the energy transition. As long-term, responsible investors, we are fully aligned with Höegh Evi’s strategy to continue as a trusted provider of FSRUs and LNG infrastructure, while expanding its focus to include infrastructure for ammonia, hydrogen and carbon molecules.”
Alberto Donzelli, Managing Director and Co-Head of Europe at Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners, reflected on their successful partnership with Höegh Evi: “MSIP identified Höegh Evi early as a trusted owner and operator of floating storage and regasification import terminals with strong growth potential. During our ownership, the company significantly strengthened its commercial and strategic standing. We are grateful for having had the opportunity to support Höegh Evi during this period.”
The transition to Igneo Infrastructure Partners marks an exciting new chapter for Höegh Evi. Building on the strong foundation established with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners, Höegh Evi is poised to accelerate its role as a global leader in floating energy infrastructure and a key enabler of a secure energy transition. The company is well-positioned to leverage Igneo Infrastructure Partners’ expertise to further its strategic focus and expand its contributions to energy security and clean energy solutions worldwide.
