Building the future
Westpac’s team of industry experts is committed to reimagining infrastructure development for a world in transition.
Financing Australian infrastructure for the next generation
Nation building development for new frontiers
As Australia’s oldest bank, we bring a unique understanding of the infrastructure sector and its challenges, with:
- Deep technical and commercial knowledge to tailor deals and deliver better outcomes
- Bespoke industry insights and research to empower decision-making
- Proven experience in delivering to challenging deadlines to meet the demands of the industry.
Enduring partnerships on major infrastructure projects
We've supported our clients in a number of landmark transactions, including:
- Sydney Metro PPP (North West and City & Southwest) - part of Australia's biggest public transport project
- WestConnex - Australia’s largest road infrastructure project
- New Footscray Hospital PPP - Victoria's largest ever health infrastructure investment
- North East Link Primary Package PPP - the largest transport project in Victorian history and the largest PPP in Australian history.
Latest articles from Westpac IQ
Climate adaptation and resilience come into focus
Escalating natural disasters are driving a new phase for sustainable finance in the real estate and healthcare sectors as investors look to adaptation and resilience.
Sustainable Finance Market Update Q1 2026
Our Q1 2026 Sustainable Finance Market Update reviews global and Australian market activity amid continued issuance moderation. This edition explores trends across sustainable bonds and loans, highlights notable transactions from the quarter and examines developments shaping the role of sustainable finance in supporting Australia’s digital infrastructure transformation. You’ll also find the latest market news and insights from across the sustainable finance landscape.
Surcharging ban: How to get ready for the new retail payments reforms
From 1 October 2026, merchants will no longer be allowed to charge their customers a surcharge when they pay with a card. It’s part of a suite of retail payments reforms being introduced by the Reserve Bank of Australia.The changes present an opportunity for businesses to review what their own payment service provider is charging them to accept payments and ensure that they receive the full benefit of all the reforms, says Joel Lenhardt, Managing Director of Merchant Payments at Westpac.
Things you should know
Westpac Institutional Bank is a division of Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141 AFSL 233714. This information is correct as at 1 May 2025. This product is available only to wholesale clients within the meaning of s761G of the Corporations Act 2001. You should consider whether or not these products and services are appropriate for you. Terms and conditions apply. Westpac Institutional Bank’s financing exposures are not limited to green, social or sustainable financing. For more details of Westpac Institutional Bank’s financing exposures, please see our latest presentation and results.