BIPC

Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation (BIPC) has rescheduled its shareholder meeting to October 29, 2026, to allow additional time for voting on a proposed corporate simplification. The plan would combine Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP) and BIPC into a single publicly traded corporation called Brookfield Infrastructure Partners Inc. (BIP Inc.).

Votes received to date show strong support, and both company boards unanimously recommend approval. The simplification is expected to be tax-deferred and completed in Q4 2026 if approved.

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