Infratil Infrastructure Bonds
Since 1999 Infratil has undertaken 12 issues of Infrastructure Bonds, or which 8 remain outstanding. The Bonds are unsecured convertible debt obligations of Infratil Limited. As at 31 December 2007 total outstanding issuance amounted to $748 million.
The following FAQ provides details of Bond terms and who to contact to either buy and sell the Bonds or to get further information.
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds FAQ
What are Infratil Infrastructure Bonds?
The Infratil Infrastructure Bonds are unsecured, unsubordinated fixed rate convertible debt obligations of Infratil Limited.
The Bonds are listed and all the requirements of NZX have been duly complied with but NZX accepts no responsibility for any statement made by Infratil.What are the maturities and yields on Infratil's fixed maturity Bonds?
Maturity Coupon 15 Nov 2010 7.25% per annum payable quarterly 15 May 2011 8.25% per annum payable quarterly 15 Nov 2011 8.5% per annum payable quarterly 15 Nov 2012 7.75% per annum payable quarterly 15 Sep 2013 8.5% per annum payable quarterly 15 Nov 2015 8.5% per annum payable quarterly 15 Feb 2020 8.5% per annum payable quarterly Perpetual (PIIBS) Payable quarterly, the coupon rate is reset each year on 15 November
to yield the one year bank swap rate (as at 15 November) plus a margin of 1.5%.
The coupon rate over the period to 15 November 2009 is 6.95%What are the Perpetual Infratil Infrastructure Bonds?
Perpetual Infratil Infrastructure Bonds (PIIBs), are unsecured bonds which do not have a maturity date. In other words, Infratil has no obligation to repay them. This means that, similar to a share, the main way for a Bondholder to cash up their investment is to sell the PIIBs.
Infratil Bonds trade on the NZX.What happens on the maturity of Infratil Bonds?
Because the Bonds are convertible debt obligations Infratil has the right to either repay the Bonds with cash or to redeem the Bonds by issuing Infratil shares. In certain situations (which are detailed in the Investment Statements and Prospectus) Bondholders may demand redemption for shares.What does Infratil use Bond funding for?
Infratil has issued twelve series of Bonds (four have been repaid) and there have been different factors behind each. The first issue in 1999 was of approximately $66 million and was used to purchase an interest in Wellington International Airport. Other issues have similarly been invested in assets Infratil has acquired.What are my rights as a Bondholder?
The Bondholders' rights are set out in the Investment Statement. However as there are technicalities and complexities in some of the terminology contained in this description it is a good idea to talk with a professional adviser such as a broker or financial planner. The Bonds are not subordinated, but Bondholders may not have priority claims to the assets owned by Infratil.Do Infratil Infrastructure Bonds have voting rights?
Not usually. In certain extraordinary situations the holders of each class of Bonds may vote on matters that effect them.How do I obtain a copy of the Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Investment Statement or Prospectus for a particular Infrastructure Bond?
To download PDF copies of the Infratil's Infrastructure Bond Investment Statements and Flyers right click on the links below:Bond Maturity Offer Opened 15 Nov 2010 7 Oct 2005 click here (1,726KB) Offer closed 17 November 2005 15 May 2011 22 Dec 2005 click here (2MB) Offer closed 17 March 2006 15 Nov 2011 17 Dec 2001 click here (937KB) Offer closed 3 January 2002 15 Nov 2012 26 Aug 2005 click here (1,725KB) Offer closed 7 October 2005 15 Sep 2013 22 Aug 2003 click here (775KB) Offer closed 11 March 2004 15 Nov 2015 10 Dec 2004 click here (1,649KB) Offer closed 4 February 2005 15 Feb 2020 20 Dec 2005 click here (2MB) Offer closed 2 June 2006 Perpetuals 17 Nov 2006 click here (3MB) Offer closed 30 April 2007 Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Prospectus 2004 right click here (PDF 2MB).
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Prospectus August 2005 right click here (PDF 3MB).
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Prospectus December 2005 right click here (PDF 6MB).
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Prospectus November 2006 right click here (PDF 5MB).
How do I obtain a copy of the Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Trust Deed?
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Trust Deed click here (PDF 214KB).
Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Trust Deed Amendment dated 14 August 2003
click here (PDF 33KB).Infratil Infrastructure Bonds Trust Deed Amendment dated 15 November 2006
click here (PDF 175KB)."Conformed" Trust Deed incorporating all amendments to the original 11 November 1999 Trust Deed click here (PDF 333KB)
This is a reference document only and the original documentation should always be checked.Who is the Trustee of the Infratil Infrastructure Bonds?
The Trustee is Trustees Executors Limited, Level 1 50 Customhouse Quay, Wellington. Telephone : 04 495 0999.
What is the Trustee’s monitoring role with regards to Infratil compliance with Bond covenants and terms?
The terms of Infratil’s Bonds are set out in their individual prospectus and trust deeds (and summarised in the relevant Investment Statement). Each six months Infratil provides the Trustee with a certificate signed by directors confirming its position relative to the Bond covenants and with regards to general compliance with Bond terms. Infratil has always recorded conformity. Bondholders are welcome to contact the Trustee to confirm Infratil’s compliance.
What are the contact details of brokers who trade Infratil Infrastructure Bonds?
ABN AMRO CRAIGS
102-104 Spring Street
Tauranga
Free Phone (New Zealand): 0800 272 442Contact: Murray Birkett
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view itANZ NATIONAL BANK
Level 7, 1 Victoria Street
Wellington
Free Phone (New Zealand): 0800 626 966Ben Petro Contact: Ben Petro Jones
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view itFIRST NZ SECURITIES
Level 20, ANZ Centre
23-29 Albert Street
Auckland
Free Phone (New Zealand): 0800 805 584Contact: Jo Hikaka
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20 Panama Street
Wellington
Free Phone (New Zealand): 0800 800 372Contact: David Speight
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Forsyth Barr House
Cnr Lambton Quay & Johnston Street
Wellington
Free Phone (New Zealand): 0800 367 227Contact: Max Brown
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view itMCDOUALL STUART SECURITIES
Level 8, ASB Tower
2 Hunter Street
Wellington
Free Phone (New Zealand):0800 577 777Contact: Andrew McDouall
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PO Box 691,
Wellington
Free Phone (New Zealand):0800 489 222Contact: Tim Butterfield
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