Accelerating Japanese and Korean investments into infrastructure
The Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week returns to Seoul and Tokyo this June, bringing together the largest gathering of institutional investors in the region to discuss the opportunities for investing in the asset class.
Hear from Japan and Korea’s leading institutional investors and gatekeepers on their off-shore investment strategies and insights, and learn about infrastructure investing opportunities in North Asia.
All attendees become members of the Infrastructure Investor Network, enhancing your networking experience before, during, and after the event.
Join us to gain valuable insights into issues shaping the North Asian institutional investor landscape. Gain instant access to the most influential network of Japanese and Korean investors and global fund managers to expand your network and advance your fundraising.
Unparalleled networking
Gain access to 2,000+ investors and managers globally. Setup pre-event meetings and continue the conversation after the event with your Infrastructure Investor Network membership.
Hear from industry leaders
Gain valuable insight from Asia’s most experienced and successful infrastructure investment practitioners.
Advance your fundraising
Expand your fundraising horizons by meeting the most active Japanese and Korean institutional investors.
Hear from our inspirational keynote speaker
Gain valuable insight from Masatoshi Akimoto
Masatoshi Akimoto a Member of the House of Representatives belonging to the Liberal Democratic Party. Previously serving as Parliamentary Secretary for Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. He is currently serving as Parliamentary Secretary for Foreign Affairs and is the Secretary General of the Diet Members Caucus for the Promotion and Expansion of Renewable Energy since November 2017. He is working to promote and expand renewable energy as his life’s work. He is responsible for climate change at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Gain expert insight and analysis of the current state of Japan’s renewable market and state of energy investment.
Connect with global institutional investors
Explore the two forums
12-13 June
Join Korea’s most active infrastructure investment professionals at the Seoul Forum to build your network and advance your fundraising.
15-16 June
Debate the current state of the Japanese infrastructure market with leading Japanese investors to develop new investment strategies at the Tokyo Forum.
What our attendees say about the event
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastr…
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry…
Yusun Chung
Schroders Korea
The PEI infrastructure events were helpful in connecting various parties in the industry.
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastructure sector.
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry experts along with significant networking capabilities for attendees.
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.
Now part of the Network
By securing your place at the Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week, you will instantly become part of the global network of infrastructure leaders shaping the asset class.
Network members have year-round access to a directory of investors, frequent meetings with industry leaders, and a place at all Infrastructure Investor conferences throughout the year, including:
Please note, annual agenda is subject to change.
Masatoshi Akimoto
Member of the House of Representatives, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, House of Representatives, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Jansen Ang
Member of Management, Private Infrastructure Asia, Partners Group
Tharshini Ashokan
Reporter, Infrastructure Investor
Marcus Ayre
Head of Europe, Igneo Infrastructure Partners
Serkan Bahceci
Head of Research, Arjun Infrastructure Partners
Joost Bergsma
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Partner, Glennmont Partners
Christoph Bruguier
Senior Investment Director - Partner, Vauban Infrastructure Partners
Cyril Cabanes
Managing Director, Infrastructure, Asia Pacific, CDPQ Singapore
Adam (Yeon-Jun) Choi
Executive Director, Alternative Investment Division, PineStreet Asset Management
Jay Choi
Team head/Direct of AI/Infrastructure Team, IGIS Asset Management
David Cooper
Head of EMEA and Australian Infrastructure Debt, IFM Investors
Mark Gilligan
Head of Infrastructure, AXA IM Alts
Yuriy Humber
President, Yuri Group
Stephane Ifker
Senior Partner, Antin Infrastructure Partners
Ross Israel
Head of Global Infrastructure, QIC
Wataru Kawabata
Managing Director, DBJ Asset Management
Kihyun Kim
Portfolio Manager, Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance
Takako Koizumi
Executive Director, Head of Investment Management Department, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments
Andrew Kwok
Managing Director, Head Private Infrastructure Asia, Partners Group
Scott Lawrence
Partner, Glennmont Partners
Vincent Levita
Founding Partner and Chief Executive Officer, Infravia Capital
Sam Lissner
Principal, Ridgewood Infrastructure
Hiroshi Matsui
General Manager, Alternative Funds Investments Department, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Kanna Mihara
Managing Director, Macquarie Capital
Niall Mills
Global Head, Igneo Infrastructure Partners
Akihito Nagata
General Manager, Nissay Asset Management
Elie Nammar
Senior Director - Partner, Vauban Infrastructure Partners
Keisuke Okano
Senior Director, Alternative Investments Team, ORIX Life Insurance Corporation
Yasuhiro Ono
Director, Stonepeak
Steve Park
Head of Real Estate and Infrastructure Investment, National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives
Catherine Hyeyun Roh
Team head, Cross-border Infrastructure Division, Cross-border Investment Team 2, KB Asset Management
Andrew Shin
Head of Investments (Korea), Willis Towers Watson
Dan Shulman
Principal, Shulman Advisory
Gregory Smith
President and CEO, Instar Asset Management
Koji Someno
Head of Real Asset Fund Investment Div., Alternative Investment Department, Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company
John Walker
Executive Chairman, Eastpoint Partners
Yuriko Watanabe
Director, Japan Post Bank
Atsunori Yamaura
Director, Russell investments
Better connections with the Infrastructure Investor Network
Attendees all gain a 12-month membership to the Infrastructure Investor Network, a service designed to enhance your Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week networking experience. Members can connect with more than 2,000 investors and managers throughout the year, setup pre-meetings with those attending Japan Korea Week, meet in-person on the day, or pick up a conversation after the event.
Accelerate your fundraising
Find investors who match your investment strategies and set up meetings ahead of the event on our membership platform.
Expand your investor network in Asia
Showcase your profile ahead of the event and use our membership team to connect with the right decision makers.
Better connections
Access unique, critical insight exclusive to members throughout the year along with preferential rates to attend any event within the Infrastructure Investor portfolio.
Secure your next investor
Japan Korea Week attendees shape the industry
Your access to Japan Korea Week will provide more value than ever before, with year-round access to a directory of global infrastructure’s most influential network.
Stay connected with the global network
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastr…
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry…
Yusun Chung
Schroders Korea
The PEI infrastructure events were helpful in connecting various parties in the industry.
Helge Rau
wpd AG
The Japan and Korea infrastructure conferences are always an excellent opportunity to meet investors and learn about new developments and trends in the infrastructure sector.
Lydia Gaylord
InstarAGF
PEI continues to drive value for the infrastructure investor marketplace in providing a fulfilling virtual experience with insightful content from top industry experts along with significant networking capabilities for attendees.
Japan Korea Week attendees get more
By attending the Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week, you will join infrastructure’s most influential global network. Membership will give you:
- Access to Japan Korea Week
- Access to the investor directory
- Frequent virtual and in-person networking opportunities
- And much more…
Pre-Event Resources
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- VIP access
- Thought-leadership opportunities
- High-profile branding
- And much more …
For exclusive sponsorship packages, please contact our sponsorship team at asiasponsorship@peimedia.com, call +852 3704 4624.
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Seoul Forum - Day 1 (All times in KST) - Monday 12th
Registration and Networking
Welcome and Opening remarks
Panel: Diversifying Infrastructure Investing Strategies [English]
- Decarbonisation and digitalization – will these two strategies continue to dominate?
- How can investors best diversify risk/return through specialisation?
- Investment opportunities in the new definition of Infrastructure: hydrogen supply chain, energy efficiency, battery. Where does one draw the line with PE? Should infrastructure be redefined?
Presentation
Coffee Break
Panel: Investing in the infrastructure of the future, the role of technology in the asset class [English]
- What is infrastructure of the future and how do we define it?
- Is Infratech an infrastructure play or is it best to play in the PE space or debt?
- How do we assess risk/return when taking on technology risk?
Panel: Effectively working with Korean AMCs [Korean]
- Understanding the role of the Asset Management firm in Korea
- How do Asset Managers view the global infrastructure market and where do they see the best investment opportunities?
- How can international GPs effectively work with Korean AMCs?
Welcome Cocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Seoul Forum - Day 2 (All times in KST) - Tuesday 13th
Registration and Networking
Opening Remarks and Keynote Presentation [English]
Keynote Panel: Investing in Infrastructure as a recession proof strategy [English]
- Given rising interest rates and economic uncertainty how will investor returns likely evolve?
- What will infrastructure investors need to do differently to protect the strengths of this asset class?
- In an increasingly competitive market for assets, how do funds keep their competitive advantage and access the best deals?
Break
Panel: The evolution of energy transition investing strategies [English]
- How has the energy security crisis impacted on investment strategies and returns in the sector?
- Looking beyond conventional renewable assets – which areas hold the most exciting investing opportunities?
- Energy Transition as an ESG strategy
Presentation
Lunch and Networking
Panel: Investing in Infrastructure Debt [English]
- How have debt funds performed in the current inflationary environment?
- Does infra debt have a comparative advantage to equity in light of the current global economic and political volatility?
- How best to configure ESG into infra debt investing – what are the challenges with the current changing regulations?
Presentation
Panel: LPs views on the market [Korean]
- Are Korean LPs increasing their allocations in the asset class? How do they view infrastructure vs other private market asset classes?
- How have rising interest rates and the energy crisis impacted on LPs strategies?
- Considerations on FX premium and hedge practice in Korea
Cocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Tokyo Forum - Day 1 (All times in JST) - Thursday 15th
Korean and Japanese LP breakfast briefing
Registration and networking
PEI Opening remarks & Keynote Presentation [Japanese]
Masatoshi Akimoto
Member of the House of Representatives, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, House of Representatives, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Read bioKeynote Panel: Infrastructure’s role in uncertain economic times [English]
- Given rising interest rates and economic uncertainty how will investor returns likely evolve?
- What will infrastructure investors need to do differently to protect the strengths of this asset class?
- In an increasingly competitive market for assets, how do funds keep their competitive advantage and access the best deals?
Break
Panel: The evolution of energy transition strategies [English]
- How has the energy security crisis impacted on investment strategies and returns in the sector?
- Looking beyond conventional renewable assets – which areas hold the most exciting investing opportunities?
- Energy Transition as an ESG strategy
Presentation
Lunch and Networking
Panel: Diversification in the investment portfolio [English]
- Decarbonisation and digitalization – will these two strategies continue to dominate?
- How can investors best diversify risk/return through specialisation?
- Investment opportunities in the new definition of Infrastructure: hydrogen supply chain, energy efficiency, battery. Where does one draw the line with PE? Should infrastructure be redefined?
Panel: The role of infrastructure debt in the portfolio [English]
- How have debt funds performed in the current inflationary environment?
- Does infra debt have a comparative advantage to equity in light of the current global economic and political volatility?
- How best to configure ESG into infra debt investing – what are the challenges with the current changing regulations?
Break
Panel: Investing in the infrastructure of the future, the role of technology in the asset class [English]
- What is infrastructure of the future and how do we define it?
- Is infratech an infrastructure play or is it best to play in the PE space or debt?
- How do we assess risk/return when taking on technology risk?
Panel: Understanding Japanese LPs appetite for the asset class [Japanese]
- How do LPs view infrastructure in comparison to other private market asset classes? Still at the head of the pack?
- How have rising interest rates and the energy crisis impacted on LPs strategies?
- Core/Core plus & Open/Close funds – which strategies are currently seen as preferential?
Takako Koizumi
Executive Director, Head of Investment Management Department, Mitsui & Co. Alternative Investments
Read bio
Koji Someno
Head of Real Asset Fund Investment Div., Alternative Investment Department, Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company
Read bio
Keisuke Okano
Senior Director, Alternative Investments Team, ORIX Life Insurance Corporation
Read bioCocktail Reception
Agenda
Infrastructure Investor Tokyo Forum - Day 2 (All times in JST) - Friday 16th
Registration and networking
PEI Opening remarks and Keynote Presentation
Keynote Panel: International Investors’ take on Japan’s investment opportunity
- How do international GPs and investors evaluate the opportunities for investing in Japan. How much has the weakened yen catalysed interest?
- Does offshore wind and solar remain the principal interest? How easy is it to access renewable deals for foreign entities?
- Building good partnerships with investment companies in Japan. Success case studies
Break
Panel: The next frontier of infrastructure investing in Japan [Japanese]
- The hydrogen investing opportunity in Japan – understanding the current FIT framework.
- What can the government do encourage more private capital into emerging sectors?
- Digitalisation and datacentres – are these markets in danger of becoming overheated in Japan?
Panel: Working with Japanese gatekeepers [Japanese]
- How have current macro-economic headwinds affected fund selection? A priority still for core?
- How do gatekeepers view ESG and sustainability themes when selecting a GP?
- The blurring definition of infrastructure – is this a concern for gatekeepers?
Lunch and Networking (followed by Close of Conference)
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
The Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week provides an unrivalled platform for institutional investors and allocators investing in infrastructure to gather.
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event. To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.
Institutional Investors at Japan Korea Week 2023
The forum is the largest meeting place for institutional and private investors, and other members of the infrastructure community in Asia.
Check out the benefits of joining the conference and who among your peers you will be joining. Apply for a complimentary pass for your or your team today.
What to expect?
Network with your peers
Enrich your network, build lasting relationships, and exchange valuable perspectives with your investor peers through investor-only breakfasts, networking breaks, lunches and much more.
Gain expert insights
Hear from our industry-leading speaker line-up, discover the latest trends and stay aligned with future innovations in the market.
Explore opportunities
Discover remarkable investment opportunities in sectors including emerging markets, energy transition, infrastructure debt and more.
Meet with the best and brightest funds
Connect and arrange one-to-one meetings with infrastructure’s biggest fund and asset managers in the market.
What to expect on the event day
300+
Attendees
75+
Speakers
100+
Institutional Investors
5+
Networking hours
Previous institutional investors that have attended include:
Network with Japan & Korea's most active investors
Apply for a complimentary Institutional Investor pass
A limited number of complimentary passes are available for eligible allocators and institutional investors to join the event.
To qualify for a complimentary pass, you must meet the eligibility criteria in representing a pension fund, insurance company, sovereign wealth fund, private wealth manager, foundation, endowment, family office or corporate investment division.
Apply for a pass and a member of our team will be in touch to confirm your eligibility.
日本や韓国のインフラ投資へ加速
第6回年次の「Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week」は6月12〜16日に東京とソウルに再上陸します。 日本や世界中の最も活発かつ影響力のある機関投資家を一堂に集めて、インフラ投資の機会や未来を再発見しましょう。
日本や韓国の大物機関投資家およびゲイトキーパーとグローバルインフラ市場の現状を協議し、新たな投資戦略を練り、資金調達範囲を拡大しましょう。
全ての参加者は「Infrastructure Investor Global Network」の一員になります。インフラ資産クラスを方向付ける実力者が名を連ねる世界的ネットワークのメンバーたちと交流して、イベント前後も様々のコンテンツを楽しめます。
Why Japan Korea Week?
唯一無二のネットワーキング
2,000人以上のグローバルな投資家や経営者と繋がることが可能です。イベント内外での会員限定ミーティングを組むことができます。
業界のリーダーから聞く知見
アジアで最も経験豊富で、成功をおさめているインフラ投資家からの貴重な経験談を聞くことができます。
資金調達を加速する
最も活躍な日韓の機関投資家と出会うことで、資金調達の可能性を広げることが可能です。.
グローバルな機関投資家に会う
カンファレンスを構成する主なテーマ：
- 日韓投資家のインフラやその他のアセットクラスに対する知見
- 世界投資家が考える日本・世界のインフラ市場への投資機会
- グローバルなマネージャーと効率的に協働するためのヒントとノウハウの分析
- 脱炭素化、デジタル化、進化するエネルギー転換を理解することでインフラ投資戦略を多様化
- インフラデット、再生可能エネルギーなど、トレンドとなる戦略についての解説
「PEIインフラストラクチャーイベントは、業界の様々な関係者同士を繋げるのにとても有効な手段でした。」
Yusun Chung, Private Asset Director, Schroders
イベント情報
2022イベント要約
イベントのレポートをダウンロードして、イベントを経験していただくことが可能です。
- 第一線で活躍するスピーカーや投資家の情報を得ることができます。
- カンファレンスでは重要な洞察や、
- その他多くの貴重な情報を得ることができます。
機関投資家向けの参加パス
『Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week』は、インフラ投資を行っている機関投資家やアロケーターが一堂に会する、唯一無二のプラットフォームです。
数に限りがございますが、ご対象のアロケーターや機関投資家の皆様に無料の参加パスをご用意しておりますので、ぜひご参加ください。
条件を満たされているペンションファンド、保険会社、政府系ファンド、プライベート・ウェルス・マネージャー、財団、エンダウメント、ファミリーオフィスの担当者、または企業の投資部門の方に無料パスをお配りしております。
お申し込みいただきました後、担当者より確認のご連絡を差し上げます。
한국 자본과 글로벌 시장을 연결하다
제6회 연차의 「Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week」는 6월 12~16일에 서울과 도쿄에 열리는 예정입니다. 국내과 전 세계의 가장 활발하고 영향력 있는 기관투자가들을 한자리에 모아 인프라 투자의 기회와 미래를 형성하세요.
한국 및 일본의 거물급 기관투자가 및 게이트키퍼와 글로벌 인프라 시장 현황을 협의하여 새로운 투자전략을 수립하고 자금조달 범위를 확대합시다.
모든 참가자는 「Infrastructure Investor Global Network」의 맴버인 일원이 됩니다. 인프라 자산 클래스를 지향하는 실력자가 이름을 올린 세계적 네트워크 회원들과 교류하여 행사 전후에도 다양한 콘텐츠를 즐길 수 있습니다.
Why Japan Korea Week
글로벌 네트워크와 연결하다
2,000명 이상의 글로벌 투자자 및 경영자와 연결할 수 있습니다.이벤트 내외에서 회원 한정 미팅을 잡을 수 있습니다.
유이무일한 시장 인사이트를 얻다
아시아에서 가장 경험이 많고 성공을 거두고 있는 인프라 투자자들의 귀중한 경험담을 들을 수 있습니다.
거물 기관투자자과 만남
가장 활발적인 한일 기관투자가들을 만나 자금조달 가능성을 넓힐 수 있습니다.
컨퍼런스를 구성하는 주제:
- 한일 투자자의 인프라 및 포트포리어 조성에 대한 관점
- 세계 투자자들이 생각하는 한국·글로벌 인프라 시장 투자 기회
- 글로벌 매니저와 효율적으로 협동하기 위한 힌트와 노하우 분석
- 탈탄소화, 디지털화, 진화하는 에너지 전환을 이해함으로써 인프라 투자 전략을 다양화
- 인프라뎃, 재생에너지 등 트렌드가 되는 전략에 대한 해설
PEI 인프라스트럭처 이벤트는 업계의 다양한 관계자끼리 연결하는 데 매우 효과적인 수단이었습니다.
Schroders, Private Asset Director, Yusun Chung
이벤트 상세:
2022이벤트 하이라이트
이벤트 보고서를 다운로드 보시고 2022년 체험을 볼 수 있습니다.
- 활발하는 기관투자자계서 얻은 인사이트
- 컨퍼런스에서는 중요한 통찰이나
- 기타 많은 귀중한 정보를 얻을 수 있습니다.
機関投資家向けの参加パス
Infrastructure Investor Japan Korea Week는 인프라 투자를 하고 있는 기관투자가와 알로케이터가 한자리에 모이는 유일무이한 플랫폼입니다.
수량에 제한이 있지만 대상 알로케이터와 기관투자가 모두 무료 참여 패스를 제공하고 있으니 많은 참여 바랍니다.
조건에 부합하는 펜션펀드, 보험사, 정부펀드, 프라이빗웰스매니저, 재단, 인다우먼트, 패밀리오피스 담당자 또는 기업 투자부문 분들께 무료 패스를 드리고 있습니다.
신청 후 담당자가 확인 연락 드리겠습니다.
お申し込みいただきました後、担当者より確認のご連絡を差し上げます。