EU-Backed Climate Adaptation Infrastructure Project

Eaton Capital Partners is supporting a consortium of European contractors on the structuring and financing of equipment required for a major EU-funded climate adaptation project.

The consortium has been awarded a large contract, financed by the EU Cohesion Fund under the Sustainable 2030 Climate Program, to deliver critical port and coastal infrastructure. These works form a cornerstone of the EU’s adaptation strategy, reinforcing island and coastal territories against rising sea levels, severe storms, and accelerated erosion.

To execute the project, the consortium will deploy a fleet of specialized heavy machinery — cranes, trucks, excavators, and wheel loaders — under a dedicated leasing arrangement. This ensures reliable access to high-quality equipment without overburdening contractors’ balance sheets, while guaranteeing timely project delivery.

Climate Adaptation Relevance

Port and marine infrastructure delivered under this program is designed to:

• Protect vulnerable coastal communities from flooding, storm surges, and shoreline retreat.

• Enable climate-resilient logistics, ensuring food, health supplies, and trade flows remain secure under extreme weather conditions.

• Support sustainable maritime operations aligned with EU climate objectives, safeguarding long-term connectivity and economic stability of island regions.

By embedding resilience into critical infrastructure, the project serves as a reference model for small island states globally — particularly in the Pacific — where adaptation-focused investments are becoming urgent.

Our Role

Eaton Capital Partners is advising on the structuring of the acquisition program, sourcing financing through export credit agencies and the private insurance market, and optimizing the leasing framework between the project entity and the contractor consortium. The approach provides cost-efficient financing and ensures durability of assets essential for climate-aligned infrastructure delivery.

Wout Van Doorn is a Director of Eaton Capital Partners. Discover more about Eaton Capital Partners at www.eatoncapital.com.au. Join us in building a sustainable, prosperous future.