Island nations remain at the forefront of some of the world’s most urgent infrastructure priorities, and 2025 has marked a clear shift toward action and delivery. With many jurisdictions having outlined bold national development plans in recent years, the emphasis is now on execution: delivering bankable, resilient projects that enhance quality of life and economic competitiveness. As the impacts of the global climate crisis intensify, island governments must prioritize climate-resilient infrastructure that safeguards livelihoods and supports long-term sustainability.
As public expectations rise, governments across island settings are increasingly exploring innovative delivery models, rethinking procurement strategies, and forging stronger partnerships with the private sector. Technology and digital infrastructure are also coming to the forefront, no longer seen as add-ons, but as core enablers of efficient, inclusive, and future-ready systems.
While fiscal constraints remain, governments are actively exploring concessional capital, blended finance, and strategic partnerships to unlock their ambitious infrastructure agendas. Critical sectors such as energy transition, water security, climate-resilient transport, and digital connectivity remain top priorities, but the question is no longer why, but how fast and how effectively they can be delivered.
KPMG continues to work alongside our island governments as they operationalize their infrastructure ambitions. Our experience shows that robust planning, collaboration, and strategic program management are essential to accelerating delivery and de-risking investment. This 2025 edition of the Islands Infrastructure Spotlight showcases how island communities are navigating these complexities to deliver real impact.
We hope this report serves as both a reference and a source of inspiration, highlighting models, lessons, and progress that can be shared and scaled across jurisdictions. Together, we can continue building the resilient, inclusive, and future-ready infrastructure our islands urgently need.
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KPMG Crown Dependencies
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Simon Townend
Managing Partner, Head of Advisory
KPMG in the Cayman Islands, Bahamas, BVI
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KPMG in Malta
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Partner, Audit
KPMG in Bermuda
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Jack MacKenzie
Head of Infrastructure
KPMG in the Cayman Islands
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