Specialist investment advisory firm Gravis Capital Management Ltd has appointed Ed Simpson as Head of Energy and Infrastructure to oversee all direct infrastructure and renewables investment activity.

Ed was previously a Fund Manager at Gresham House, where he focused on real asset investments in the sustainable infrastructure space. Prior to Gresham House, Ed was at Downing, The Carbon Trust and Bridges Ventures.

Commenting on his appointment, Ed said: “I am looking forward to working with the Gravis team who, over the last 14 years, have developed an impressive reputation in making and managing sustainable infrastructure investments. Gravis have been ground-breaking in so many areas and I look forward to contributing to the leadership team and working on the next chapter in their story, following their partnership with Orix in 2021. There is a huge need for investment to support the transition to a net zero way of life, and Gravis is well placed to deliver those investment opportunities.”

Phil Kent, Director at Gravis, commented: “We are delighted that Ed has chosen to join us, and we look forward to working with such an experienced professional in the sustainable infrastructure sector. In particular, his knowledge and experience of the new asset classes that support the transition to net zero will add significant strength to our team.”

Ed will lead the energy and infrastructure team at Gravis, contributing to the management of existing funds (including GCP Infrastructure Investments Limited) and the development and implementation of new energy and infrastructure direct investment strategies.

Gravis Capital Management was established in May 2008 as a specialist investor in property and infrastructure and now manages c.£3bn of assets in these sectors. Gravis entered into a strategic partnership with ORIX Corporation in January 2021.