Apply Now: Project Finance Deal of the Year 2026

The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards programme has officially opened nominations for Project Finance Deal of the Year 2026, recognising outstanding transactions that have demonstrated excellence in structuring, execution, and long-term impact in project financing.

As global demand for large-scale infrastructure and development projects continues to grow, project finance plays a vital role in enabling investments across sectors such as energy, transportation, utilities, and social infrastructure. These transactions are often complex, requiring innovative structuring, risk allocation, and collaboration among multiple stakeholders. The Project Finance Deal of the Year 2026 award celebrates landmark deals that have successfully delivered sustainable, high-impact projects through effective financial and operational execution.

This award highlights project finance transactions across sectors including renewable energy, conventional energy, transport infrastructure, water, telecommunications, and public-private partnerships (PPPs). Deals that have demonstrated strong financial structuring, risk management, and measurable economic or social impact are encouraged to apply. Organisations involved in these transactions—including sponsors, lenders, investors, and advisory firms—are invited to submit nominations showcasing their achievements. Entries can be submitted via the official awards nomination form, and organisations may contact awards@gbafmag.com for further information or assistance.

Check out the complete awards timetable here.

Recognising Excellence in Project Finance Transactions

Award-winning deals demonstrate innovation, resilience, and the ability to deliver complex projects successfully. Recognised transactions typically excel in areas including:

• Structuring project finance solutions that effectively allocate risk among stakeholders
• Supporting the development of large-scale infrastructure and capital-intensive projects
• Demonstrating innovative financing models, including PPPs and blended finance structures
• Achieving financial close and execution efficiency in complex, multi-party transactions
• Delivering measurable economic, social, or environmental impact
• Ensuring long-term project sustainability and operational performance
• Navigating regulatory, geopolitical, and market challenges successfully

Transactions that showcase strategic vision, execution excellence, and measurable impact are encouraged to participate.

About the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards

The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards recognise excellence, innovation, and leadership across global banking and financial services. The awards programme highlights organisations and transactions that set new benchmarks in project finance, infrastructure investment, and financial structuring.

Each year, organisations from Europe, Asia, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa participate, gaining international recognition for their achievements. Through independent editorial research and structured evaluation criteria, the awards identify deals that are shaping the future of project finance and infrastructure development.

Benefits of Participating

Participation in the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards provides organisations with:

• International recognition for excellence in project finance transactions
• Editorial coverage on the Global Banking & Finance Review platform
• Increased visibility among investors, developers, and industry stakeholders
• Independent validation of deal structuring, execution, and impact
• Enhanced credibility and competitive positioning in global infrastructure markets

Winning this award provides additional strategic advantages. Recognition as Project Finance Deal of the Year 2026 strengthens market positioning, highlights transaction expertise, and positions the organisation as a leader in financing complex and high-impact projects. Awarded participants can leverage this accolade across investor communications, corporate reporting, and marketing campaigns to enhance visibility, attract future opportunities, and support long-term growth.

Join the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Review Awards

As global infrastructure and development needs continue to expand, project finance transactions that demonstrate innovation, efficiency, and long-term impact are setting new industry standards. Organisations are invited to showcase their achievements and compete for recognition in the Project Finance Deal of the Year 2026 category.

Submit your nomination today and gain international recognition for excellence, innovation, and leadership in project finance.