JLL Names James Cameron as Head of Energy and Infrastructure for Asia Pacific
Real estate consulting firm JLL has recently announced the appointment of James Cameron as the new head of energy and infrastructure for Asia Pacific in their capital markets business line. The position was created to be based in Singapore, as stated in the firm’s press release on January 14th.
Cameron’s main responsibility will be to spearhead the establishment of a team in Asia Pacific. This addition to JLL’s EMEA Energy & Infrastructure business will enable them to offer a comprehensive global capital advisory service, catering to the needs of local and international developers and investors.
According to JLL, Cameron’s appointment reflects their long-term strategy to address the capital requirements for expanding infrastructure and promoting renewable energy in order to tackle the challenges brought by decarbonisation, digitalisation, economic growth, and rapid urbanisation.
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Stuart Crow, CEO of capital markets for JLL Asia Pacific, says “We see great potential in utilizing our unique expertise in mobilizing multiple sources of capital and JLL’s unmatched track record in advising renewable transactions globally to serve the needs of the energy and infrastructure sector across Asia Pacific.”
Cameron will work closely with JLL’s capital markets, investment banking, and debt advisory teams across the region. His primary focus will be on sourcing capital and providing transaction advisory services for large infrastructure and renewable transactions, catering to various clients including institutional investors, private equity, asset managers, strategic infrastructure and renewable operators and developers, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices.
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With over 25 years of experience in real asset capital markets, Cameron previously served as the global head of commercial real estate at Standard Chartered Bank. His vast experience in mobilizing private and public equity and financing on a global and regional level will be a valuable asset to JLL.
Crow adds, “James’ expertise in this field is unparalleled in the region, and we are confident that he will establish JLL as the leading firm in this sector through his skills and client relationships.”
In other news, JLL reports a 40% increase in capital market deals in 2024, following interest rate cuts.
JLL is also pleased to announce the appointment of Jolyon Thomson as Executive Director of Logistics and Industrial in Singapore.
Furthermore, a recent survey conducted by JLL reveals that about 80% of occupiers in Singapore are aiming for fully green-certified portfolios by 2030.
JLL continues to make strides in the real estate industry and its latest appointments reflect their commitment to providing top-notch services to their clients.