This pre-qualification application is for a project, that can be at any stage of development, seeking a minimum of 25 million US Dollars ($25,000,000). To proceed with your project finance inquiry, you must provide detailed project information and evidence of bankable collateral/guarantee. Please review our options for acceptable collateral forms, sample templates and project eligibility criteria. Incomplete submissions or those lacking collateral, guarantee details will not be reviewed. This is important as the Lenders will determine if the project is eligible for financing based on your form submission. We work with several lenders that includde Family Offices, boutique financial institutions, and high net worth individuals, among others.
YES, but, Calls are scheduled only after a project successfully passes the Initial Project Assessment stage. This initial step is essential to ensure that each project we consider aligns with our Lenders’ criteria. Once a project clears this preliminary phase, indicating its potential viability for financing, we then proceed to the next stages of communication and further assessment by the Lenders’ Underwriting Team, facilitating you with a direct communication channel with the Lenders.​ Please be aware that our Lenders have a rigorous 3-8-Stage Project Financing Process, with which you must comply. Our lenders operate a unique financing platform with specific processes and financial modeling that cannot be modified. Following Lenders’ processes closely will result in a streamlined and efficient lending process, and is not negotiable and we will not make any exceptions. Borrowers expecting this standard process will be modified for them may be best to explore other financing sources that align better with their approach.
No, a project itself may not be used as collateral.​ Each project must have collateral that is bankable, investment-grade, and equivalent to at least 50% of project CAPEX. Please review the Acceptable Collateral Forms on the application page.
Generally, lenders require Collateral to be up to 20% of the Project Expenditure (CAPEX) on average (subject to terms).​ Lenders allow the Borrower and/or Sponsor to source Collateral however they are able: i.e. Borrower and/or Sponsor own capital, Equity, or Joint Venture partner, Bridge Lender. If utilizing a Bridge Lender or Investor to Finance Collateral, the Borrower and Sponsor can debt-service the bridge loan through the loan proceeds. Simply include any debt-service disbursements to the Sponsor in the Project draw schedule. This allows the Borrower to buy out and pay off the bridge lender or investor with the loan proceeds at any point in the Project draw schedule.​ 100% financing might be facilitated in certain cases via equity shareholding structures or helping projects secure collateral from operators. Please review Project Eligibility Requirements and Acceptable Collateral Forms on the application page before submitting an inquiry.
Due to confidentiality agreements, we cannot disclose specific details of past transactions. Each transaction we handle is confidential and protected by these agreements. We do not use client information to attract new business.​ It is important to note that our private lenders and investors, who often operate through asset managers, hedge funds, or wealth managers with unique investment structures, also adhere to strict confidentiality. Any violation of these agreements could lead to significant consequences for both investors and lenders.​ However, with Lenders’ permission, we present you below with two examples of recently funded projects.
We work closely with Private Financial Institutions, Family Offices, and Private Equity Firms, acting as gatekeepers in the financing process. Our role is to streamline the influx of proposals, presenting only those that are viable and well-prepared to our lenders. This approach ensures that our lenders can focus on financing activities rather than handling the high volume of inquiries we receive. Once the Lenders’ Pre-Underwriting Team has reviewed and confirmed your project is proceedable we can move on to the next steps, and reveal our Lenders’ identity. In some cases, our Lenders may choose to interact through their legal representatives for further privacy.
No, we do not sign external NDAs due to the high volume of finance requests we receive. However, all information is treated as private and confidential at all times. Once we determine that a project is eligible for financing, we may ask project owners to sign our standard Non-Circumvention, Non-Disclosure Agreement (NCNDA) before moving forward with financing discussions. This standard process is a prerequisite for working with us. If it does not align with your needs, we suggest looking for a service that better fits your requirements. Compliance with our Lenders’ operational protocols is mandatory.
No, we do not have any referral program, as our business model is designed for direct engagement with projects and lenders only.
No, we do not work with introducers, intermediaries or brokers unless they are professional entities retained and mandated by project owners to represent the project. This is because our model is designed for direct engagement with project owners and lenders, and thus we do not involve ourselves in other entities’ operations or fees. If you are retained and mandated by the project principals or project sponsors, you are welcome to submit the project details via the application form. Please note that charging double fees is not permissible. Should our Lenders decide to engage with the project, we will require your letter of authorisation or mandate. If you would like us to review your client’s project eligibility for finance, you must follow our process as described on this page. Inquires from individuals or entities that do not meet the above criteria will not be processed.
Our strength lies in connecting Project Owners directly to Private Capital. We provide you with direct access to lenders and project finance that is typically inaccessible on the open market. There are no daisy chains, and no intermediaries. Our associated private debt or equity lenders specialize in large-scale and complex projects, and are adept at managing complex financial transactions that are often beyond the reach of traditional banking, with the capability to offer up to 100% finance against adequate collateral.
All initial financing inquiries must be submitted via email or website with complete project and collateral details.
Before providing finance, the lenders need to ensure that the project can repay the loan and safeguard the lender’s interests. Collateral is required as a form of security to protect the lender’s financing. In situations where there are no initial assets, such as during the construction phase of a project, temporary collateral may be utilized to ensure that the borrower meets its financial obligations until the project is completed. This guarantees that the project will be able to repay the loan and protects the lender’s investment. Collateral can come in various forms depending on the nature of the project finance loan. A commercial property mortgage, for instance, may require collateral in the form of the property itself. In some cases, institutional credit may be used as security, provided by a credit-worthy co-signer or borrower with a credit rating from Moody’s, S&P, or Fitch. For project finance loans, collateral typically includes the pledge of interest in the credit-worthy borrowing group, as well as all the assets associated with the project.
The Initial Project Assessment is expected to take about 3 to 5 working days, subject to our current workload. If your project does not meet the Lenders’ criteria, we will promptly notify you of the decline after the initial review. If your project aligns with the Lenders’ criteria based on the information you have submitted, we will inform you of the next steps.
No, exceptions or deviations to our Project pre-qualification are not permitted. Compliance with our project ipre-qualification process and our Lenders’ operational protocols is non-negotiable and mandatory. Please review our Lenders’ 8-Stage Project Lending Process, which you must follow. Our Lenders operate a unique private finacing platform with specific processes and financial models that cannot be modified. Adhering to these protocols ensures a streamlined and efficient lending process. Compliance with our project intake process is a prerequisite for working with us, and if it does not align with your needs, we recommend considering alternative services.
Any broker fees you have negotiated with your client can be written into the final financing agreement by the lender. This is standard industry practice and ensures your fees are contractually secured.
Yes, we can facilitate project financing globally, focusing on US-friendly countries but capable of financing projects anywhere provided that the project is a prime investment grade project and the location is not under international sanctions by the USA, UK, or Canada. ​ To be considered a prime investment grade, a project must have bankable investment-grade collateral and a rating of AAA or AA from Moody’s, S&P, or Fitch.​ Priority is given to projects in Prime Locations such as the USA, Canada, the UK, and Western Europe due to their established economic stability and favorable investment conditions.​ The countries where the projects are located should also have investment-grade status and pose low risks for anti-money laundering (AML).​
Project costs can be paid through Loan Proceeds, including soft costs, hard costs, closing costs, loan interest, bridge loans, and previously paid project capital expenditures (with approval from Lenders).
We facilitate financing for projects starting from $25 million to over $5 billion, with no maximum limit.
A project must have collateral. Collateral must be bankable, investment-grade, and equivalent to at least 20% of project CAPEX. A project itself may not be used as collateral.​ Acceptable Forms of Collateral for Project Finance are: Cash, Bank Guarantees (major banks only), Commercial Real Estate (CRE), Corporate Guarantees, Credit Enhancements, Debt Instruments (e.g., corporate bonds, US treasuries, municipal bonds, etc.), Future Contracts, Insurance Guarantees, Investment Portfolio (traded securities, bonds, commodities, cash, etc.), Letters of Credit (investment grade), Sovereign Guarantees. ​ Note: instruments, such as bonds, submitted as collateral must be actively TRADING instruments in recognized markets to ensure their liquidity and current market value.​ Please review our Project Eligibility Criteria and Acceptable Collateral Forms on the application page. Please be aware that the acceptance of your collateral is entirely at the discretion of the Lenders.
Cash Collateral refers to cash or cash-equivalent assets (such as highly liquid securities) that are set aside or pledged as security for a financial obligation. This arrangement ensures that the party receiving the collateral has access to funds if the other party fails to meet its obligations. It is commonly used to reduce credit risk by providing an accessible form of compensation in case of default. In financing, borrowers may pledge cash collateral to secure loans or credit facilities, and in project finance, it can serve as a guarantee for performance, payment obligations, or as part of escrow arrangements. In trading, cash collateral ensures the performance of contracts, particularly in derivatives or securities lending, where it might be required as margin. It is typically held in a separate account, such as an escrow or designated collateral account, and may earn interest depending on the terms. Governed by agreements like loan documents or International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) agreements, cash collateral is considered a low-risk security measure due to the liquidity and stability of the assets involved.
Collateral is an asset that serves as security for project finance loans provided by the lenders. Collateral is an item of value that is utilized to secure the project financing, which is essentially the loan. Each project may have different forms of collateral, and the lenders may accept various collateral forms to fund. The purpose of collateral is to protect the lender, and it serves as a form of security in case of default by the project or borrower. In the event of default, the lender can seize the collateral to recover its losses. Collateral adds validation to the project and increases the chances of its success while minimizing the lender’s risk.
Project finance involves funding public services, industrial projects, and long-term infrastructure through a non-recourse or limited recourse financial structure. This method typically combines equity and debt, with repayment coming from the project’s generated cash flow. A key advantage of project financing is its off-balance-sheet nature, ensuring no impact on the credit of shareholders or government contracting authorities. It also transfers risk to the lenders, who may receive higher margins as a result. Project finance is also commonly applied in sectors like mining, oil and gas, construction, and building projects. Ordinarily, the finance is composed of debt. The capital stack determines the hierarchy of different financing sources. Senior and subordinated debts are classified according to their position in a business’ capital stack.
Our lenders offer flexible loan types: from single-product project finance, construction-to-permanent loan or other loan type combinations.​ Interest rates for private money lending typically range from 3-10.5% of the capital stack , depending on factors like project industry, risk level, collateral, and market conditions.​
We work direct to projects and lenders. We work with project owners who are ready to take action and have the necessary capital for both the loan structuring and their project investments. Ideal clients have strong project and management teams and are committed to the lending process, ensuring timely submission of documents and active involvement in securing their project’s financing. Your collaboration is essential for us to effectively meet your financing needs.
Our Lenders fund capital projects. Please view the ‘Types of Projects Financed’ section on this page for details.
The funds will become available according to the agreed Schedule / Construction Phase Drawdown. Currently, the first tranche can be available in as short as 30-45 working days after completion of the transfer deposit of the Collateral. In some rare instances when the project requires larger tranche disbursements, the availability of the first tranche can take longer than the previously stated period.