Selecting the right sources of funds and financial instruments for infrastructure and investment projects is one of the most important tasks of modern business. Today, structured financing of large-scale projects has numerous advantages for enterprises in energy, infrastructure, heavy industry, agriculture, real estate and tourism, taking into account high flexibility and access to important resources.

The development of the financial market enables companies to use an ever wider range of financial instruments adapted to their capital needs, risks and the changing conditions of the competitive environment.

Infrastructure and investment projects has many advantages for fast-growing businesses in infrastructure and significant resources.

CP Finance UK offers structured financing of large investment projects worldwide with participation of reputable high-net-worth angel investors, venture capital funds and large private investors.

Innovative business financing tools for Infrastructure and investment projects

The financial strategy of the business, which covers all aspects of its development, plays a key role in achieving these goals. A company’s investment and financial strategies may be based on traditional financing instruments, but in recent years new solutions have emerged that increase the efficiency of doing business and contribute to increasing its value.

However, the extremely limited choice of financial solutions reduces business flexibility and makes it impossible to benefit from more sophisticated financial instruments.

A traditional financial strategy uses well-known capital-raising instruments, such as stocks, syndicated bank loans, and numerous long-term and short-term fixed-rate debt instruments.

On the other hand, an innovative financing strategy for large projects (e.g., hybrid instruments and structured products), allows the business to flexibly shape the capital structure best adapted to the company’s financial needs and market environment.

The primary goal of any business is to maximize its value and benefit to its owners.

Achieving this goal requires making the right decisions and using tools that precisely match the current market conditions and financial needs of the company.

It is utmost important  to differentiate the relationship between financial innovation transition and technological innovation.

Implementing technological innovation to improve a company’s competitive advantage often requires finding innovative sources and tools to finance operations. This is especially relevant for ambitious start-ups, when traditional forms of financing are not available due to high investment risk and high cost of capital.

We are interested in financing projects in energy, infrastructure, heavy industry, real estate, tourism, waste processing and other sectors.

Structured financing of large-scale projects: types and characteristics

Structured finance for investment projects combines traditional instruments with various derivatives. This means that the financial benefits of the parties depend on changes in a number of market parameters, such as interest rates, exchange rates, commodity prices, etc. Using a combination of several financial instruments, the business gets new opportunities in terms of attracting capital, meeting the expectations of investors.

Products offered for structured financing for large-scale projects are in the following parameters:

• Structured investment certificates, etc.
• Structured bonds.

Breaking the deposit agreement before maturity usually results in deduction of a portion of the deposited funds and non-payment of interest.

The profit of a bond purchaser depends on changes of certain market parameters. The issuers of structured bonds can be various companies, including those outside the financial sector. Structured investment certificates may be issued by closed-end investment funds and the investor’s return depends on changes in a particular underlying index.

Individual instruments can vary in their level of protection, ranging from a 100% guarantee to partial protection. Some structured products offer a minimum rate of return guarantee. However, it is worth bearing in mind that a higher guarantee means a lower return on investment.

Structured instruments can also be categorized by their ability to generate cash flows for investors.

There are instruments that offer regular cash flows during the investment period, as well as those that only generate returns at the end of the investment period.

The growing interest in structured products encourages many non-financial corporations to consider using this group of financial innovations to raise sources of financing for their activities, including large long-term projects.

Corporate structured finance products

Structured products issued by corporations are complex financial instruments in which the issuer undertakes to pay an investor at maturity a certain amount depending on the level of the chosen parameter based on a predefined payoff formula.

Corporate financial products are commonly classified into structured debt instruments (promissory notes or structured bonds) and so-called hybrid instruments.

A hybrid instrument combines several components of the issuing company’s capital. Some hybrid instruments may also contain derivatives in their structure, but they will relate to other products of the same issuer. Investor profits for hybrid instruments depend on changes in one or more variables that are beyond the control of the issuer, such as fluctuations in exchange rates or commodity prices.

It is explained by the convenience of combining the process of capital raising with the process of business risk management, in particular, capital structure risks, interest rate risks, currency risks and commodity price fluctuations.

Corporate structured products can be based on any assets of the issuing company.

-Equity-linked notes.
-Commodity-linked notes.
-Interest rate-linked notes.
-Currency-linked notes

Depending on the terms of the convertible bonds, the stock option may entitle the investor to buy a whole basket of shares or to convert into shares of the issuer’s stock if they reach the same value as the other shares.

Another type of structured instrument based on stock market performance is structured bonds, which give an investor a higher return as stock prices rise – these are equity bull notes. In the case of unsecured bull notes, their value increases when stock prices or stock indexes rise and interest rates fall.

Structured finance options for businesses

Combining several financial instruments into one, thanks to the synergistic effect, reduces transaction costs associated with the issuance of these securities and avoids the costs associated with managing derivative financial instruments. It also makes it possible to significantly reduce credit, operational and other risks associated with derivative contracts.

Competition from other companies, especially from large financial institutions offering structured products, is an additional threat. Therefore, companies that want to raise capital by issuing structured instruments should prepare their offerings in such a way that they are accessible and attractive to a wide range of investors.

After a successful issuance for some products, the company may be exposed to liquidity risk if investors decide to withdraw from the project and withdraw funds before a specified deadline. Additional risk may arise on embedded derivatives if changes in the underlying financial parameters are significantly higher than expected.

Infrastructure and investment projects offers advantages to companies stemming from the ability to flexibly shape their capital structure.

Structured products bring significant benefits to investors and issuing companies.

Today, banks and other financial institutions play a dominant role in the structured finance market, but there are examples of successful non-financial corporations that raise capital by issuing such securities.

We have extensive experience in large projects around the world, and are ready to use our financing capabilities to help your business grow and develop.

Contact CP Finance UK and discuss your project details with our finance team.

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The United States, Australia, Qatar and other countries are ramping up their investments in the liquefied natural gas plant industry, and leading energy companies such as Shell, Total, Petronas and ConocoPhillips are funding new LNG plant projects.

The production and export of liquefied natural gas around the world is breaking records, fueled by economic and geopolitical factors.

Liquefied natural gas plant is currently taking on new forms, supported by new investment loans and financial models.

CP Finance UK  have brought together a team of experienced professionals ready to meet any of your needs in long-term financing of oil and gas projects.

CP Finance UK offers service for Liquefied natural gas plant projects in the following ways:

• Financial modeling. • EPC contracting,  • Long-term investment loans. • Project finance (PF) scheme. •Project management. etc.

Our company is actively developing all over the world, including Spain, Germany, USA, Mexico, Brazil, Saudi Arabia and other countries. Contact us to learn more about our offers for oil and gas companies.

Concept of Project finance  for the construction of LNG plants

Significant funds from various sources are needed to achieve long-term growth.

There is no doubt that this scheme requires clear rules and a transparent legal framework that guarantees a rational distribution of risks and responsibilities of project participants.

Project finance can be a good alternative to traditional corporate finance tools, given the high capital requirements and other features of facilities associated with the production and distribution of liquefied natural gas.

Financing large investment projects in the field of liquefied natural gas, such as the construction of LNG plants and regasification terminals, requires the joint efforts of many banks, companies, as well as the state, which seeks to form a favorable basis for the development of this strategic sector.

Advantages and disadvantages of financing for Liquefied natural gas plant

Off-balance sheet financing helps companies to evolve Liquefied natural gas plant, cost that is more of value than the initiator’s assets.

The contractual structure of the PF is aimed at diversifying risks between contractors, initiators and other parties. Risk minimization is also achieved through insurance. Another advantage of the PF in relation to project risks is the isolation of project risks from participating companies. This is especially important in LNG producing countries with high economic and geopolitical instability, which increases the risks for these projects. In such countries, the use of project finance schemes can be beneficial as it will provide greater predictability for companies in the sector.

As for the disadvantages, we can mention the complexity of structuring and organizing project finance schemes, which is associated with a huge number of contracts and stakeholders. Prior to the start of the project, it is important to negotiate and agree on the terms of cooperation, including numerous legal and financial aspects.

A serious obstacle to the use of project finance instruments in some regions is the poorly developed capital market, which is not able to support this type of financing in a sufficiently flexible and dynamic way. Since the list of leading LNG exporters includes such countries as Nigeria, Algeria and Indonesia, this factor must be taken into account when choosing financing mechanisms (issuance of project bonds in the local market may have limited success).

On the other hand, it may be inconvenient given macroeconomic, geopolitical issues, recession due to Covid-19 and other factors. In any case, the choice of LNG plant financing options and specific financial instruments should be entrusted to an experienced financial team with international experience.

Risk management in financing LNG plants

Risk management in project finance should include:

• Identification, qualitative and quantitative assessment of risks. • Development and approval of preventive measures and alternative action plans. • Allocation of financial resources to offset the consequences of negative events. • Monitoring, control and implementation of the above measures.

Risk management activities during the construction of liquefied natural gas plants will require a comprehensive professional approach, given the technical complexity, environmental hazards and high cost of facilities of this type.

Below we have listed some risk categories specific to LNG plant projects / oil and gas projects.

Financial risk refers to changes in interest rates and unpredictable fluctuations in exchange rates, which can lead to significant losses for project participants. This risk is extremely important to take into account in international projects for the construction of LNG plants, because exchange rate changes may affect the payment of loans in foreign currency, the cost of foreign equipment and other aspects of the project.

Credit risk refers to the possibility that a debt will not be repaid or a payment schedule will be violated. This risk is related to the correct development of the LNG project and is determined by many uncontrollable factors (default, embargo, war, etc.).

Political risk is associated with the instability of state institutions. This implies an unforeseen change by the government in the terms of the concession contract or the license revocation.. Since the operation of LNG plants directly depends on access to natural resources and requires licensing, the state plays an important role role in the development of such projects. The government, as a contracting party, is responsible for taking responsibility for risk management, as well as for ensuring the safety of the project at all its stages.

Legal risk depends, on the one hand, on well-thought-out contracts, and on the other hand, on the mature legislative framework of the host country. Thus, a strong state with a stable legal and fiscal policy is a determining factor for the success of LNG projects.

Environmental risk may result in a project being changed / stopped for environmental reasons. It is very important at the planning stage to resolve all issues that relate to environmental legislation and meet the requirements of the local community regarding environmental protection.

Commercial / market risk refers to the demand and prices for liquefied natural gas, which may not meet the expectations of the project participants in the long term. If forecasts do not come true, this may jeopardize the repayment of loans and cause further destruction of the financial foundation of the project according to the “domino principle”.

Construction / operation risks. This category includes any risks associated with the activities of contractors, subcontractors and companies operating an LNG plant, mainly related to cost overruns or delays. Sponsors’ guarantees upon completion of the project are usually included in the contracts.

If you are looking for professional investment engineering, investment advisory, project management and financial modeling services, please contact CP Finance UK for details.

CP Finance UK also offers long-term financing for LNG projects for up to 20 years.

Experienced professionals ensure the reliability of our solutions in the oil and gas industry.

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