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Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. Limited Partnership Units (BIP) is a Bermuda-based exempted limited partnership that owns and operates high-quality, long-life assets. These assets are characterized by their ability to generate stable cash flows through substantial barriers to entry and features that appreciate in value over time. BIP focuses on acquiring and managing infrastructure assets that entail low maintenance capital costs and provide significant barriers to entry.
The company operates through four main segments:
- Utilities: Involves regulated businesses like electricity and natural gas transmission, and distribution operations.
- Transport: Encompasses railroads, port terminals, and toll roads that facilitate the movement of goods and people.
- Midstream: Includes energy infrastructure assets like natural gas pipelines and storage facilities.
- Data: Comprises data infrastructure such as communication towers and data centers.
Geographically, the company generates the maximum revenue from Canada but also has a substantial presence in Australia, Colombia, the United Kingdom, Brazil, the United States, Chile, Peru, and other countries. BIP leverages its diverse portfolio to deliver stable and growing distributions to its unitholders.
Recent achievements include strategic initiatives aimed at expanding the company’s energy infrastructure footprint, and an active role in forming partnerships, such as its collaboration with Intel Corporation on semiconductor wafer fabrication plants in Chandler, Arizona. This project involves Brookfield Infrastructure owning a 49% share in Arizona Fab LLC, which consists of two semiconductor wafer fabrication buildings, Fab 52 and Fab 62.
Financially, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has demonstrated strong and consistent performance over the years. The company’s well-diversified portfolio, underpinned by long-term contracts and regulated cash flows, ensures financial stability and growth.
For investors seeking a stable and growing dividend income, BIP’s distribution strategy is particularly appealing. The company regularly declares distributions and dividends, reflecting its robust cash flow generation capabilities.
Digital Realty and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners have announced a 50/50 joint venture to develop and operate data centers in India, branded as BAM Digital Realty. With India being the world’s fifth-largest economy and experiencing rapid data growth, this venture aims to meet increasing demand driven by digitization, 5G, and data localization. The joint venture will enhance Digital Realty’s PlatformDIGITAL® and expand Brookfield's $23 billion infrastructure portfolio. The closing is anticipated in the second half of 2021, pending regulatory approvals.
Digital Realty and Brookfield Infrastructure have established a 50/50 joint venture named BAM Digital Realty, focusing on developing and operating data centers in India. This venture is expected to leverage India's growing demand for data services amid increasing digitization and the rollout of 5G. The partnership aims to enhance Digital Realty's PlatformDIGITAL® offering, providing scalable infrastructure for global enterprises. The venture plans to acquire land in multiple Indian metros, with completion anticipated in the second half of 2021, subject to regulatory approvals.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. has extended its offer to acquire all outstanding common shares of Inter Pipeline Ltd. until August 6, 2021. This decision follows the Alberta Securities Commission's ruling requiring a minimum tender condition of 55%. Shareholders can choose between C$19.50 in cash or 0.225 BIPC shares. The offer is conditional upon the rejection of a proposed arrangement with Pembina at the upcoming meeting on July 29. Further details and documents are available on SEDAR and the designated offer website.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (NYSE: BIP) has launched a voluntary sale program for eligible holders of Odd Lot Securities as of July 7, 2021. This initiative enables holders of fewer than 100 units to sell their securities without incurring brokerage fees, facilitating access for those without a brokerage account. The program runs until September 30, 2021, managed by Computershare and compliant with NYSE and TSX regulations. A detailed information booklet will be mailed to eligible securityholders on July 15, 2021, guiding them on participation.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners will host its 2021 Second Quarter Conference Call on August 5, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. ET. The call will discuss financial results and current business initiatives following the release of results at 7:00 a.m. ET. Participants can join via phone or through a live webcast. A rebroadcast will be available until August 12, 2021. The company, part of Brookfield Asset Management, focuses on long-term infrastructure assets generating predictable cash flows.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (NYSE: BIP) has filed a Second Notice of Variation regarding its ongoing offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Inter Pipeline Ltd (TSX: IPL). This extended offer allows IPL shareholders to elect between C$19.50 in cash or 0.225 BIPC shares. The cash option is not subject to pro-rating, while BIPC shares are limited to 23 million shares. The offer’s deadline has been extended to July 13, 2021. Details are available on SEDAR and the official offer website.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (BIP) announced a revised takeover offer for Inter Pipeline Ltd. (IPL), allowing shareholders to elect 100% cash consideration of C$19.50 per share, significantly enhancing value compared to a previous all-share alternative with Pembina Pipeline. The new offer totals C$20.401 per share if a pending legal challenge against IPL's breakup fee is successful. Brookfield has secured regulatory approvals and aims for a quick execution within three days post-expiry. Additionally, the offer is expected to preserve jobs at IPL.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has filed a challenge with the Alberta Securities Commission to contest Inter Pipeline Ltd.'s $350 million termination fee, which they argue unfairly benefits Pembina Pipeline Corporation at the detriment of IPL shareholders. Brookfield's Enhanced Proposal offers IPL shareholders a choice between $19.50 in cash or shares, surpassing Pembina's offer of $19.45. Brookfield aims to eliminate the Break Fee to increase their proposal, which already boasts a 74% cash component and secured regulatory approvals for a swift close.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has made an offer to acquire Inter Pipeline Ltd., valuing IPL shares at C$19.751, a 4.4% premium over Pembina’s share-based offer of C$18.91. The offer consists of 74% cash and 26% share consideration, with significant regulatory approvals already secured. Brookfield opposes IPL's agreement with Pembina, highlighting risks and uncertainties in the all-share deal. The offer is open until June 22, 2021, and Brookfield emphasizes its strong track record of delivering shareholder value.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners has announced a bid to acquire Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX: IPL) for C$19.75 per share, a 4.4% premium over Pembina's C$18.91 offer. The bid is composed of 74% cash and has received all regulatory approvals, allowing for a potential close in approximately 10 business days. Brookfield criticizes IPL's Board for favoring Pembina's inferior proposal, claiming it fails to prioritize shareholder interests. The offer aims to preserve local jobs compared to Pembina's plan, which suggests significant job losses due to cost synergies.
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