WFW advises lenders on 540 MW solar and battery storage portfolio financing
The financing structure covers the first 540 MW of projects in the portfolio, and includes fully committed senior debt facilities and an equity bridge loan.
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The financing structure covers the first 540 MW of projects in the portfolio, and includes fully committed senior debt facilities and an equity bridge loan.
This transaction resulted from HSBC's decision to sell its Greek shipping portfolio, of which Piraeus Bank acquired the highest number of loans.
The transaction marks a key step in PSL’s aim to reach 5 GW of renewable capacity across Europe by 2026.