NIBC’s Infrastructure portfolio reports solid growth in H1 2025

NIBC reports solid growth in its Infrastructure portfolio during the first half of 2025, reaching EUR 2,093 million. Building on its strong performance in 2024, and despite increased competition in the digital infrastructure financing market, NIBC’s Infrastructure portfolio expanded by 3% in H1 2025.

This growth was primarily driven by the ongoing rise in data consumption, which is generating opportunities across Europe in areas such as data centres and business-to-business fibre infrastructure. Data centres in particular saw notable growth, which now account for 36% of the portfolio, compared to 33% at the end of 2024.

Jan Willem van Roggen, Managing Director and Head of Infrastructure at NIBC: “This year, as NIBC celebrates its 80th anniversary, we look back with pride and forward with purpose. From helping rebuild essential infrastructure after WWII to supporting today’s digital transformation, our goal has always been the same: helping clients move forward. By financing data centres and fibre networks, we support the development of strong, future-ready digital infrastructure - essential for connectivity, innovation and sustainable growth. The trust our clients place in us is what drives us, and we’re proud to be part of their journey toward a more connected future.”

Across its Corporate Banking portfolios, NIBC maintained growth in exposures despite a reduction in financing activity across the market. Through operational optimisation, including the sale of its Shipping franchise and the transfer of the Beequip and yesqar platforms, NIBC has further sharpened its strategic focus on the following core activities: Mortgages, Retail Savings, and financing of Commercial Real Estate and Digital Infrastructure.

To support its growth ambitions and increase brand visibility, NIBC is proud to sponsor the 'NIBC Tour of Holland' cycling event, set to take place in October 2025.

Looking ahead, NIBC anticipates stable economic conditions with moderate growth for the remainder of 2025. The bank remains focused on further expanding data centre financing in Western Europe.

NIBC is committed to supporting its digital infrastructure clients by providing tailored financing solutions. By leveraging its extensive expertise in digital infrastructure financing and its entrepreneurial mindset, NIBC is well-positioned to drive continued growth and innovation in an increasingly competitive market.

We refer to our published Interim Report 2025 for full details.