Absa supports Redefine’s international growth through €106 million sustainability-linked financing transaction

The transaction supports Redefine’s strategic objective of optimising its capital structure while strengthening its international real estate platform and creating additional flexibility for future growth opportunities.

As part of the transaction, Absa provided a €53 million loan and acted as Co-lender, Joint Mandated Lead Arranger, Sustainability Coordinator and Hedging Solutions Provider.

"We are proud to have partnered with Redefine on this landmark transaction, which reflects our commitment to enabling our clients' strategic ambitions and supporting their growth wherever opportunities arise. At Absa, we meet clients where they are in their journey, bringing the full breadth of our platform to deliver tailored solutions that address their evolving needs. By combining sector expertise, offshore financing, Global Markets and Sustainable Finance capabilities, we were able to structure an outcome aligned to Redefine's objectives. Absa’s Real Estate team, remains focused on being a trusted partner, providing not only capital, but also the innovative solutions needed to drive sustainable growth and long-term value creation." Somaya Joshua

The financing incorporates both green loan and sustainability-linked features to support the continued ownership and management of environmentally efficient retail real estate assets.

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