The deal confirms our leadership in Project Finance and Advisory in CEE
UniCredit acted as Sole M&A and Debt Adviser, Bookrunner, Mandated Lead Arranger, Hedging Bank, Account Bank and Intercreditor Agent in the acquisition of Sofia Airport by Meridiam Infrastructure, successfully completed on 19 April 2021.
Sofia Airport represents a major entry point to Bulgaria's capital and serves as main hub for international traffic from and to Bulgaria. The Airport has been privatized through a competitive tender that attracted numerous bids from high-profile industrial players and financial sponsors. The concession includes a commitment to invest a minimum EUR 624mn throughout the duration of the 35 years concession.
UniCredit advised Meridiam in submitting the winning bid and subsequently advised the client in raising a EUR 296mn financing package from UniCredit, international financial institutions and other banks.
This successful transaction demonstrates once again our leadership in Project Finance and Advisory in CEE and confirms that UniCredit is the partner of choice for infrastructure funds in the region.