At this year’s P3 Conference, industry leaders gathered under the theme “New Perspectives. New Partnerships. Endless Possibilities,” a fitting reflection of the momentum building across the infrastructure landscape. Ferrovial proudly returned as the event’s State-of-the-Market sponsor, with strong representation from across its highways, airports, and construction businesses.
Managed lanes up close
A capacity crowd of public sector partners and industry collaborators take in the LBJ Express firsthand during the popular project tour hosted by Ferrovial Construction and Cintra.
The experience offered more than a behind-the-scenes look. It demonstrated how these solutions are being successfully implemented today and how similar models are being proposed in other states. For many attendees, it reinforced that Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) are a proven model for delivering essential infrastructure in rapidly growing communities.
Lessons from a landmark project
The opening keynote, moderated by Cintra’s Vice President of Business Development Steve Townsend, featured bestselling author Dan Gardner, who explored what it takes to successfully deliver large-scale, complex projects.
Gardner spotlighted the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao as a defining example. Built by Ferrovial, the museum spans 24,000 square meters on a 46,000 square meter site and required extensive structural, architectural, and site development work. Today, it stands as a global symbol of innovation and modernity.
Gardner’s message was that delivering projects of this scale requires technical expertise, but ultimately depends on trust, collaboration, and experience.
The state of the P3 market: Momentum returns
A central panel discussion, moderated by Cintra’s Director of Business Development Alberto Gonzalez, brought together industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of P3s in the United States.
Panelists included:
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Bianca Steer, Fengate Asset Management
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Anthony Phillips, John Laing Group
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Tom John, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
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Kevin Healy, Assured Guaranty
The discussion highlighted a market that has experienced cycles of growth, uncertainty, and now renewed acceleration. Panelists noted that the current policy environment feels more receptive to private investment than it has in years, with both federal and state governments showing increased openness to private investment in infrastructure.
Importantly, the conversation extended beyond highways. While transportation remains a cornerstone of the P3 model, the panel emphasized expanding opportunities across a broader range of infrastructure sectors, underscoring the versatility and scalability of public-private collaboration.
Looking ahead
The energy at this year’s P3 Conference made one thing clear: the infrastructure sector is entering a new chapter, and partnership will be the defining force behind it.
For Ferrovial, that’s not just an industry observation. It’s a commitment. As demand grows, policy support strengthens, and communities look to the private sector to help deliver the infrastructure they need, Ferrovial is focused on deepening the partnerships that make complex, long-term projects possible, with public agencies, investors, and communities alike.
The road ahead is full of possibilities. And we intend to build it together.