Nine banks have signed a combined £490 million refinancing package for London City Airport.
Beyond refinancing existing debt, a supplementary capex provision will allow the Docklands airport to introduce a range of IT and terminal infrastructure upgrades, including increased check-in desk capacity, additional luggage belts, improvements to lounge areas, and expansions to car parking facilities, delivering significant enhancements to the passenger experience.
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A portion of the financing will also support community programmes designed to manage and reduce the impact of aircraft noise within the local area.
“We are delighted to support the refinancing of London City Airport,” said Sean Cook, Head of Infrastructure Origination Europe at NORD/LB, one of the lenders that have provided the finance. “The funds will help to enhance the customer experience and ensure it continues to maintain its position as London’s fastest gateway to Europe.”
Latham & Watkins acted as the consortium’s legal adviser on the deal, while Clifford Chance acted as London City Airport’s legal adviser.