The Australia Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) is a $4.55 billion initiative implemented by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to support priority infrastructure projects in Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste across sectors such as telecommunications, energy, transport, and water infrastructure.
As of May 2026, AIFFP operates in thirteen countries, with 59 signed infrastructure projects valued at $2 billion. The AIFFP is committed to ensuring AIFFP-financed infrastructure is high quality and inclusive, adheres to the highest standards of social and environmental safeguards, creates economic opportunities for local communities and builds local capacity.
The AIFFP Investment Preparation and Support Unit (SU), managed by Tetra Tech, is contracted to support the AIFFP to meet its objectives by providing the AIFFP with responsive, coordinated, flexible, and efficient technical expertise and program management support. In turn Tetra Tech has been tasked to facilitate delivery of these services.
Highlights
- Delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure projects that increase local jobs and economic growth
- Upgrading key ports in Papua New Guinea with an least 30% local expenditure
- Creating jobs for more than 1,500 Fijians through road network enhancement projects
Our role and impact
Tetra Tech’s equips the AIFFP with the expertise needed for the efficient planning and execution of investment projects. This includes a broad range of services, from procurement and program management to communications and monitoring, ensuring that each project meets its objectives and adapts to the evolving needs of the Pacific region.
The AIFFP’s investments are designed to leave a lasting development impact across five priority sectors, reflecting Australia’s International Development Policy. With a commitment to climate resilience, local engagement and social inclusivity, the AIFFP ensures that all projects adhere to the highest standards of engineering and environmental safeguarding. Efforts to integrate gender equality and boost local economies through targeted investments have positioned the AIFFP as a catalyst for sustainable development in the Pacific.
Our expert
Emma Lewis
Emma Lewis is head of markets, clients and strategy.
At a glance
Date
July 2021 – present
Location
The Pacific and Timor Leste