Hy24 Signs Major Investment Deal with ATOME for Paraguay Green Fertiliser Project
Key Ideas
  • Hy24's Clean H2 Infra Fund signs a significant investment deal with ATOME for the Villeta Project in Paraguay, a green fertiliser initiative.
  • The investment agreement values ATOME's Villeta Project at US$60 million, with potential for growth as the project progresses.
  • ATOME is set to co-invest with Hy24 in Villeta, with a total project funding of approximately US$625 million, primarily sourced from debt finance.
  • The project is expected to reach full financial close by the first half of 2025, with strong commitments from equity and debt providers.
ATOME has reached a major milestone in its Villeta Project in Paraguay by signing non-binding Heads of Terms with Hy24's managed Clean H2 Infra Fund for a substantial investment. Hy24, known as a global leader in hydrogen private equity finance, commits to investing up to US$115 million in ATOME's green fertiliser project. The Terms outline that the Clean H2 Infra Fund will be the anchor and lead equity investor, attributing a value of US$60 million to the Villeta Project. This investment signifies a significant step towards Final Investment Decision (FID) for the project. The collaboration between ATOME and Hy24 highlights the growing interest and support for sustainable projects in the renewable energy sector. The Villeta Project, with a capacity of 260,000 tonnes per annum, is positioned as one of South America's most advanced green fertiliser initiatives, aiming to enhance food sovereignty in the region. The partnership also emphasizes the importance of leveraging Paraguay's renewable resources to drive environmentally friendly projects. The Terms also include provisions for ATOME to co-invest with Hy24 and other equity club investors in Villeta on pari passu terms. Additionally, the funding structure of the project involves approximately 60% from debt finance, with the rest covered by project equity. The timely progression towards the signing of full definitive agreements and financial closing demonstrates strong market confidence and support for ATOME's project. Overall, the investment deal with Hy24's Clean H2 Infra Fund signals a positive outlook for ATOME's Villeta Project, positioning it for successful development and significant impact on the region's renewable energy landscape.
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