New Zealand-France Collaboration for Infrastructure Growth: Panel Discussion & Networking Session

Exploring NZ-France collaboration in infrastructure, transport, and energy through expert insights and networking.

This event, organised by the French-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNZCCI) and sponsored by VINCI Construction Grands Projets, will focus on the economic opportunities between New Zealand and France. It will bring together key stakeholders to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in three strategic sectors: transport, energy, and infrastructure.

As the final event of the France & New Zealand Economic Council discussions, this session provides a fitting conclusion to the day — offering deeper insights and valuable networking opportunities to wrap up the key themes explored.

What to Expect:
 

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking Reception
🤝 A chance to connect with key stakeholders over drinks before the main session begins.

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Keynote Address & Panel Discussions

🎤 Keynote Address

Simon Bridges, CEO, Auckland Business Chamber - Insights into New Zealand’s infrastructure landscape and the role of PPPs in economic growth.

👥💬 Panel Discussion 1: New Zealand Infrastructure Investment Opportunities
 

Overview of Government Agencies & Tools Supporting Infrastructure Development in New Zealand
- Hesketh Henry - James Lewis & Ariana Stuart, Senior Associates 

Focus on Fast-track
Ministry for Environment – representative TBC

Focus on Funding
National Infrastructure Funding & Financing Agency - Graham Mitchell, CEO

👥💬 Panel Discussion 2: Leveraging French expertise in support of NZ’s infrastructure growth agenda through Public-Private-Partnerships

Introduction by the French Ambassador to New Zealand
- HE Laurence Beau

Insights on transport infrastructure projects:
Road - Vinci Highways - Domitille Dejean-Van Cappelle, Project Director PPP Projects
Rail - Alstom - Pascal Dupond, Managing Director for Australia & New Zealand

Adapting models and strategy in the water sector
- Veolia - Emma Brand, CEO New Zealand

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Q&A Session

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to everyone with an interest in infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and investment in New Zealand.

It will be of particular interest to:
✅ Government agencies
✅ Infrastructure investors
✅ Engineering firms
✅ Contractors and consultants
✅ Legal experts
✅ Business leaders looking to understand the future of PPPs and opportunities for collaboration

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