Top UK Port Operator’s £10 Billion Sale Draws KKR, GIP, DP World

The sale of the controlling stake in Associated British Ports has attracted initial interest from potential bidders including KKR & Co.as well as BlackRock Inc.’s Global Infrastructure Partners, according to people familiar with the matter.

Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. and Dubai-based port operator DP World Ltd. are also planning to study the asset, the people said, asking not to be identified as the information is private.

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Omers Administration Corp. are looking to sell their combined 64% stake in AB Ports, seeking about £10 billion ($13.2 billion) in a deal, the people ...