Structured Finance
We offer support in structuring and implementing complex financing schemes in the energy, transportation and infrastructure sectors. This in particular encompasses project finance structures. In the case of project finance, the respective project is usually formally realized by an independent project company and the financing is for the most part based on the cash flows generated by the project, with no or limited recourse to the project owners/sponsors.
We develop customized financing solutions for the relevant project by combining our industry and financial expertise in a targeted manner. Close coordination of activities with developers, investors, financial institutions and external consultants from the technical, legal, environmental and social area results in a customized advantageous financing solution for the relevant project.
Our clients appreciate our practical, well-targeted approach as well as our extensive network of contacts in the financial sector, all of which enable us to implement the ideal solution.
Our Scope of Services
- Identification and review of financing requirements
- Development of financing plan and of appropriate financial structure
- Preparation of information package for financing activities (incl detailed financial model)
- Identification, selection and contacting of suitable financing institutions and credit insurers (incl ECAs)
- Obtain indicative financing proposals from financing institutions
- Support and coordination of banks’ and credit insurers’ approval process (incl due diligence)
- Support in drafting and negotiation of project agreements
- Support in negotiation of financing documentation (incl security package)
- Support during document gathering process for the fulfillment of conditions precedent for financing draw-down
Process
In the context of structured financing, we offer specific services in all phases of a transaction to enable efficient and successful execution of the specific project.
