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CKI Criticizes Thames Water Amid £10B Rescue Negotiations

4/1/2026

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CK Infrastructure (CKI) faces criticism from Thames Water after a failed takeover attempt, with CKI saying it was excluded from bidding in February 2025.
Thames Water, burdened by £17.6B debt, is negotiating a £10B rescue plan with creditors.
CKI argues that experienced ownership is crucial for Thames, which serves 16 million London customers.
Hunter emphasizes CKI's British roots.
He says other bidders should access due diligence provided to KKR.

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CK Infrastructure (CKI) faces criticism from Thames Water after a failed takeover attempt, with CKI saying it was excluded from bidding in February 2025.
Thames Water, burdened by £17.6B debt, is negotiating a £10B rescue plan with creditors.
CKI argues that experienced ownership is crucial for Thames, which serves 16 million London customers.
Hunter emphasizes CKI's British roots.
He says other bidders should access due diligence provided to KKR.