OSLO, Norway (20th November 2024) - TGS ASA ("TGS” or the "Company”), a global leader in energy data and intelligence, today announced that it has priced its offering (the "Offering”) of $550 million aggregate principal amount of 8.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2030 (the "Notes”) at a price equal to 100.0% of the aggregate principal amount thereof. Interest will be payable semi-annually.
In connection with the Offering, the Company has also announced that it has entered into new super senior secured credit facilities, which include (i) a revolving credit facility permitting borrowings of up to $150 million, (ii) one or more guarantee facilities, which may be utilized by way of issue of letters of credit, bank guarantees and bid and performance bonds of up to $20 million (which may be expanded up to $30 million under certain circumstances) and (iii) an amortizing delayed draw term loan of $45 million (the "New Term Loan A”).
The Company intends to use the proceeds from the Offering, together with cash on hand and restricted cash and borrowings under the New Term Loan A, (i) to redeem the entire outstanding amount of the 13.50% senior secured bonds due 2027 issued by Petroleum Geo-Services AS (the "2027 Bonds”), (ii) to repay the Company's existing revolving credit facility, (iii) to repay the Company's export credit financing loans, and (iv) to pay fees, costs, premiums and expenses incurred in connection therewith.
The Offering is expected to close on or about 3rd December 2024, subject to customary conditions precedent for similar transactions. In connection with the Offering, the initial purchasers may engage in stabilizing transactions with a view to supporting the market price of the Notes at a level higher than that which might otherwise prevail. Any stabilization action must be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws and rules.
For more information, visit TGS.com or contact:
Bård Stenberg
IR & Communication
Mobile: +47 992 45 235
About TGS
TGS provides advanced data and intelligence to companies active in the energy sector. With leading-edge technology and solutions spanning the entire energy value chain, TGS offers a comprehensive range of insights to help clients make better decisions. Our broad range of products and advanced data technologies, coupled with a global, extensive and diverse energy data library, make TGS a trusted partner in supporting the exploration and production of energy resources worldwide. For further information, please visit www.tgs.com (https://www.tgs.com/).
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This announcement may include projections and other "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Any such projections or statements reflect the current views of the Company about further events and financial performance. No assurances can be given that such events or performance will occur as projected and actual results may differ materially from these projections. Neither the content of the Company's website nor any website accessible by hyperlinks on the Company's website is incorporated in, or forms part of, this announcement. All statements in this announcement other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, which are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove accurate. These factors include volatile market conditions, investment opportunities in new and existing markets, demand for licensing of data within the energy industry, operational challenges, and reliance on a cyclical industry and principal customers. Actual results may differ materially from those expected or projected in the forward- looking statements. TGS undertakes no responsibility or obligation to update or alter forward-looking statements for any reason.
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