DEALS | 08 FEBRUARY 2022 Funding solutions as abundant as the air that we breathe Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > Funding solutions as abundant as the air that we breathe SHARE Joint Mandated Lead Arranger for Air Liquide's R5.9 billion where we refinanced a portion of the acquisition of Sasol's air separation units We are proud to have acted as the Joint Mandated Lead Arranger for Air Liquide's R5.9 billion where we refinanced a portion of the acquisition of Sasol's air separation units (ASU) located in Secunda, South Africa. This is the biggest oxygen production site in the world. This transaction demonstrates our experience and resilience in creating capital raising and financing solutions to fuel our clients' success. This is a landmark transaction for Air Liquide in Africa with the ambition to combine operational efficiency with the reduction of CO2 emissions and aims at making a meaningful contribution to the economy of South Africa. Contact Chetan Jeeva, Head of SA Debt to find out more https://cib.absa.africa/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/file_example_MP3_700KB.mp3 Related Articles CHAMPAGNE A legacy of Roman tribes, monks and kings! Champagne is a sparkling wine synonymous with celebration, elegance and luxury. The wine’s name comes from the Champagne region in north-eastern France, where the delectable bubbles were first produced in the 17th century. The history of Champagne is a tale of innovation, luxury and resilience influenced by the events that shaped France since the 1600s. Read more CHAMPAGNE Deutz – It’s a love story! Interview with DR Kgaoelo Ntshwana and Itumeleng Mamabolo of Makhoi, the Champagner Official Importer & Distributor – Champagne Deutz. Read more CHAMPAGNE Champagne Taittinger – Fun Facts Taittinger is the 3rd oldest Champagne House, but for nearly 2 centuries it was known as Forest-Fourneaux. In 1734 Jacques Fourneaux learned from the Benedictine monks under the guidance of Brother Oudart, who worked with Dom Perignon – both early developers of sparkling wine. Read more
