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Discover a selection of transactions carried out by Magellan Asset Finance teams.
These references illustrate our ability to design tailor-made solutions in varied and complex sectors.
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Public transport

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Rail

Aeronautics

Maritime

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Public-private partnerships

M&A

Fundraising

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Magellan Asset Finance supported VELA - Sail for Goods in its €40 million fundraising by structuring a tax-based lease financing. This strategic transaction, in partnership with Avolta, combining equity and tax-based lease financing, represents a major step in Vela's growth, enabling it to officially launch the construction of its first vessel. VELA is a French start-up and a pioneer in 100% glass-fibre shipping. Its first cargo ship, a trimaran powered by veils, is designed to sail between Europe and the United States. Designed for high-end freight, this vessel offers a competitive, low-carbon alternative to air transport. test test

CIC, BPGO, CEN, BPI France, Avolta

Capital raising and tax leasing

vela-transport.com

https://vela-transport.com/

Maritime

Support for Airbus in the financing of three Ro-Ro vessels over 15 years, designed to handle their maritime logistics. Each vessel is operated under a long-term wet lease, with a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 compared with 2023.

Louis Dreyfus Armateurs, CACIB, Bank of America

Tax-based lease financing

https://www.lda.fr/en/lda-and-norspower-join-forces-in-shipping-large-airbus-aircraft-components-future-fleet-of-low-emission-roros-to-use-norspower-rotor-sails/

Maritime

The Polar Sea operation involves the launch of an innovative polar sailing vessel combining expedition cruising and scientific exploration. Designed to sail in the Arctic with a minimal carbon footprint, these vessels accommodate 36 passengers. Thanks to new-generation sail technology, they embody a new form of responsible tourism, combining comfort, sobriety and scientific usefulness.

BPGO, CEBPL, CEAPC

Tax-based lease financing

https://selar.cc/

Maritime

Financing of a Crew Transfer Vessel used for wind farm maintenance for LHD, an expert in boatage and maritime services on the Atlantic seaboard, within the framework of a structure combining junior financing and tax leasing for 100% financing of the vessel.

BPGO Mer Invest & Tahoma Invest

Tax-based lease financing

Maritime

Tax and export lease financing for large container ships (>18,000 teu)

> €1.5 billion

BPCE, BNPP, KEXIM

Tax & export lease financing

Maritime

Enhywhere, a start-up specialized in green hydrogen, develops compact refueling stations for light vehicles. The €5 million seed financing round, supported by Bpifrance, has accelerated the industrialization and deployment of the first units in Europe and the United States.

EnR

Export tax lease financing

Maritime

Tax-based lease financing of the first Boeing B747-8 operated in France optimized the terms of acquisition of this emblematic aircraft.

BNPP, Commerzbank

Tax-based lease financing

Aeronautics

As part of a DBFM PPP, our consortium offers an integrated solution to design, build, finance and maintain a new line for the Changsha metro. This structuring project will support the city's urban growth by promoting sustainable mobility, technical performance and operational excellence.

Public-private partnerships

Public transport

Rail

Participation in the PPP tender for the Liège tramway project, for the design, financing and maintenance of a new urban transport line. This emblematic project aimed to modernize the city's mobility while integrating high standards of efficiency and sustainability. This experience has reinforced our expertise in major urban infrastructure projects in Europe.

Public-private partnerships

Meridiam, Vinci Concession, Fortis

Rail

Public transport

Termination of the Caen rubber-tyred tramway PPP alongside Colas Rail, Vinci and Bombardier, with involvement in PPP financing, litigation and M&A.

Public-private partnerships

Colas Rail, Vinci, Bombardier

M&A, PPP and Litigation

Rail

Public transport

Strategic participation and M&A operations in the rail sector to support the growth of Texelis Power. A targeted operation at the crossroads of industry, innovation and mobility.

M&A and fundraising

Rail

Public transport

Reichshoffen plant

Advising Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) in the acquisition of the Reichshoffen plant.

M&A and fundraising

Rail

Public transport

Société Générale des Travaux du Maroc (SGTM) is a major player in the Moroccan construction and public works sector, renowned for its expertise in major infrastructure, industrial and rail projects. We were involved in structuring the joint venture between SGTM and its industrial partner, in connection with the establishment of a train manufacturing plant in Morocco.

Rail

Public transport

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Vela

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Magellan Asset Finance supported VELA - Sail for Goods in its €40 million fundraising by structuring a tax lease financing. This strategic operation, in partnership with Avolta, combining equity and tax lease financing, is a major step in Vela's growth, enabling it to officially launch the construction of its first ship. VELA is a French start-up, a pioneer in 100% sailing-powered maritime transport. Its first cargo ship, a sailing trimaran, is designed to provide a link between Europe and the United States. Designed for high-end freight, this ship offers a competitive and carbon-free alternative to air transport.

Amount: General Catalyst, Upfront Ventures,Scrum Ventures, 1517 Fund

Stakeholders: AV: Total Access Fund, Harvard:Yard Ventures

Type of operation: Seed

Sector: Consumer

Geography: California