Global Infrastructure and Projects Lead Designated by Natixis
In a significant move for the global financial sector, Natixis, a leading French investment bank, has announced the appointment of Emmanuel Gillet-Lagarde as its Global Head of Infrastructure and Projects. Gillet-Lagarde brings over two decades of experience in infrastructure finance to his new role, having worked at prestigious institutions such as Crédit Lyonnais, BNP Paribas, and Entenial (Allianz Group) before joining Natixis in 2005.
Gillet-Lagarde's career at Natixis has seen him hold senior positions in both Paris and Hong Kong before managing the Sydney desk. His expertise lies in arranging and advising infrastructure debt, making him a valuable asset to Natixis' global operations.
Meanwhile, Olivier Delay, who was appointed as the Global Head of Aviation, Export, and Infrastructure at Natixis in September 2024, will oversee Gillet-Lagarde's new role. Delay's background and other career accomplishments are not extensively documented, but his appointment reflects a senior leadership position responsible for these key sectors within the financial group.
The appointment of Gillet-Lagarde comes at a time when the infrastructure finance sector is seeing significant activity. Standard Chartered has made hires in transaction banking and trade sales, while Trafigura has closed a North America energy borrowing base facility at US$4.2bn. Mercuria has also upscaled European RCFs to US$3.5bn as part of its expansion plans.
Meanwhile, Traydstream has welcomed a new sales director, Viscepan, to its team. The GTR Leaders in Trade 2025 winners have also been announced, although the specific details about the winners are not disclosed in the available information.
As the infrastructure finance sector continues to evolve, the appointments of industry veterans like Gillet-Lagarde and Delay are expected to strengthen Natixis' position in this critical area of finance. The bank's focus on aviation, export financing, and infrastructure projects is likely to position it well for future growth and success.
Emmanuel Gillet-Lagarde's expertise in infrastructure debt, gained from his long-standing career in business and finance, will significantly contribute to transaction banking at Natixis as he takes on the role of Global Head of Infrastructure and Projects. This strategic move comes during a period of increased activity in the infrastructure finance sector, where other leading financial institutions are also expanding their operations.
