Orascom Construction has formalized a merger agreement with OCI Global, creating a formidable infrastructure and investment platform based in Abu Dhabi. The move aims to enhance scalability, diversify operations, and capitalize on growth opportunities across the global market.
Strengthened Platform for Future Projects
This Orascom OCI merger brings together Orascom Construction’s extensive experience in engineering, procurement, and construction with OCI’s track record in building and monetizing infrastructure businesses. The merged entity is poised to deploy over $1 billion in equity into future projects, focusing on risk-adjusted returns and recurring income streams.
The companies have already delivered equity and debt transactions worth $891 billion globally over the last three decades, showcasing their ability to create value and build major businesses. This merger is expected to accelerate their ability to develop large-scale concessions and infrastructure projects supported by a stronger balance sheet and enhanced funding capacity.
Strategic Merger to Drive Long-Term Growth
With the newly formed platform operating across three pillars—Orascom Infrastructure, Orascom Construction, and Orascom Capital—the combined organization is well-positioned for long-term success. The merger follows a structured demerger of OCI’s assets into a new entity, MergeCo, which will be transferred to Orascom Construction in exchange for newly issued shares.
Following the merger, shareholders of Orascom Construction will hold 53% of the combined entity, while OCI shareholders will hold 47%. The merger’s completion is expected in early 2026, with final board and executive appointments announced before closing.
