Astris Finance advised French renewable energy developer Neoen (the "Sponsor") in connection with the refinancing of Cabrela (13.2 MWp) and Seixal (8.8 MWp), two ground-mounted Solar PV plants located in Portugal. Each project benefits from a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement with Energias de Portugal (“EDP”).

The two projects were won by the Sponsor as part of the 2010 renewable energy tender and started commercial operation in 2014. The refinancing allowed the Sponsor to take advantage of the attractive market conditions and outstanding operational track record of thetwo Projects, leading to an extended maturity, a lower debt service coverage ratio and reduce financing costs.

The two projects were financed through two separate bond facilities totaling c. EUR 60m. The facilities were led by HSH Nordbank and Banco Comercial Português, acting as co-Mandated Lead Arrangers. La Banque Postale participated in the financing as well.

Astris Finance acted as exclusive financial advisor to the Sponsor.