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Quinbrook closes £587M QRIF II fund

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026

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The fund close signals strong institutional investor demand for clean energy infrastructure in the UK and Ireland, potentially boosting Quinbrook's reputation and attracting further capital. The investments are expected to support stable returns and contribute to decarbonization, positively impacting the renewable energy sector.

Renewable Energy Infrastructure Clean Energy

Antin Infrastructure Partners announced the final close of its second UK-focused Quinbrook Renewables Impact Fund (QRIF II), raising £587 million in investor commitments, exceeding its £500 million target. The fund focuses on renewable energy, storage, grid support, and clean transport infrastructure in the UK and Ireland, supporting the UK's Clean Power 2030 targets and Ireland's 80% renewable electricity goal. Notable investments include the Mallard Pass Solar Project (373 MWdc), the Wexford Synchronous Condenser Project, OVO Energy (clean refueling hubs), and Project Norton (solar and battery storage). The fund is already well advanced with long-term, inflation-linked contracts. Quinbrook has invested £1.2 billion equity in UK and Ireland projects to date.

100 Antin Infrastructure Partners closed oversubscribed fund
80 Antin Infrastructure Partners invested in Wexford project
70 Antin Infrastructure Partners invested in Mallard Pass
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Quinbrook successfully closed its oversubscribed QRIF II fund, enhancing its position as a leading clean energy infrastructure investor in the UK and Ireland.
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The UK benefits from QRIF II investments supporting its Clean Power 2030 targets, enhancing energy security and grid stability.
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Ireland benefits from QRIF II investments, particularly the Wexford project, supporting its 80% renewable electricity target and grid stability.
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Republic of Ireland — EirGrid awarded a long-term revenue contract to the Wexford Synchronous Condenser Project, supporting grid stability in Ireland.
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OVO Energy received investment from QRIF II to build clean energy refueling hubs across the UK, advancing decarbonization of commercial transport.
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Private Energy Partners provides development and construction management services for QRIF II projects, benefiting from the fund's deployment.
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Keith Gains, Quinbrook's UK Regional Lead, commented on the fund's strategy and investor demand.
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Mark Burrows, Quinbrook's Head of Relationships and Fundraising Europe, highlighted strong investor demand for QRIF II.
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The fund is denominated in pound sterling, reflecting UK and Ireland market focus.
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