Singapore’s Cambridge RE Partners has secured A$40 million ($26 million) in mezzanine financing from a private debt vehicle jointly managed by Muzinich & Co. and Orion3 Group, as it looks to scale its Australia-focused social infrastructure strategy.
The financing, provided through Tyersall Real Assets Private Debt, will be deployed into the Cambridge Social Infrastructure Fund, which targets stabilised, education-focused assets across Australia, according to a company release.
The deal underscores growing investor appetite for social infrastructure, as institutions seek stable income-generating assets with long-term demand fundamentals. Cambridge said the capital will enhance its ability to pursue opportunities in the sector while expanding its platform.
“Social infrastructure assets represent a compelling opportunity for investors seeking stable returns from high-quality assets while delivering genuine community impact,” said Andrew Tan, Asia Pacific CEO and Head of Asia Pacific Private Debt at Muzinich & Co.
Jacqueline Wang said the partnership strengthens the firm’s capacity to scale its investment strategy, while Orion3 Group’s Harry Chang highlighted confidence in Cambridge’s ability to source and manage education-focused assets in Australia.
Cambridge’s social infrastructure fund invests in stabilised education-focused assets, including purpose-built student accommodation, across Australia. The Singapore-based manager specialises in real estate and private credit social infrastructure investments, targeting education-linked assets and complementary living sector investments.
