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Project Finance Insurance

Project Finance Insurance

Project Finance Insurance
Medium-Long term (up to 7 years for Private; up to 15 years for Sovereign)

Lend with confidence to get paid.


Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI)’s Project Finance Insurance protects UAE banks in case of payment default on a loan granted to an SPV backed by a UAE company.

Loaning to Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) comes with a higher risk because it must repay a bank loan with the cash flow it generates, without additional support from its shareholders. ECI insures the credit risk for the entire duration of the loan.

Who is it for?

UAE banks
UAE banks

UAE banks that give loans to SPVs and are sponsored by at least one UAE business or company.

Key Benefits

Reduce risks associated with SPVs.
Reduce risks associated with SPVs.

The level of non-performing loans is much higher in project finance than in traditional corporate banking. ECI’s Project Finance Insurance mitigates the risk of non-payment by SPVs and lets UAE sponsors invest with confidence in the project.

Protect collateral.
Protect collateral.

In case of payment default, ECI’s Project Finance Insurance can be claimed and is usually paid out before other collateral can be activated.

Minimize loss due to political risk.
Minimize loss due to political risk.

Overseas projects can be associated with unanticipated political risks that can be difficult to manage. ECI’s Project Finance Insurance can minimize the risk of loss from loan payment defaults by SPVs due to a broad range of global scenarios.

Increase project resources and expertise.
Increase project resources and expertise.

When you sign on for Project Finance Insurance, you gain access to ECI’s team of experts in the UAE and our overseas resources to assess risk, complete required documentation by the borrower, and other mitigation measures. ECI is a trusted partner in providing support to SPV projects.

Allow banks to access capital relief.
Allow banks to access capital relief.

ECI’s AA- rated insurance significantly reduces the bank capital required to allocate to an asset. Banks appreciate this support and assistance.

Product Features at a Glance

Eligibile Projects:
Loans that are given to projects by at least one UAE company.
Payment Terms:
Follows repayment terms of the loan. In case of acceleration, ECI can pay the claim at the original schedule of the loan.
Risks covered:
Commercial and political risks.
Coverage:
Up to 90%
Tenure:
Up to 15 years
Premium:
A percentage of the margin of the bank, taking into account the country profile and quality of cash flows.
Overdue notification:
30 days after the due date.

How It Works

Step-by-step Guide

1
Information Gathering

The lending bank will contact ECI with general information about the loan it wants to insure. Loans that have already been disbursed are not eligible for insurance.

2
Initial Quotation

Once it is determined that the loan can be insured, ECI will prepare an initial, non-binding quotation. Also included will be an overview of the information needed for ECI to make a thorough assessment and provide a binding proposal.

3
Thorough Assessment

ECI will complete a thorough assessment of the project including the critical standalone parts of the project as well as contextual information specific to the country where the project will be located. ECI will indicate several conditions before the policy is effective. These include, but are not limited to: financial viability, government relationships, IFC performance standards, Equator Principles, KYC, Anti Money Laundering, environmental and social impact, involvement of politically exposed persons, and more.

4
Policy Agreement

Once internal and external approvals are given for the terms and conditions and the bank signs the policy, the loan can be disbursed. ECI will only be involved in case of payment default or indications of payment problems.

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Simplified Claims Journey
Simplified Claims Journey
Step 1
Default Notification
Default Notification

The bank will notify ECI as soon as it becomes aware that there may be a potential payment problem. Notification is mandatory 30 days after default on the scheduled due date.

Step 2
Recovery Effort
Recovery Effort

ECI will work together with the bank to agree on the best way to manage recovery. Amicable resolution of payment delays, assistance from a specialized agency, or initiating formal litigation may be used to recover payment.

Step 3
Claim Submission
Claim Submission

Once it is determined that not all payments can be recovered, the bank can submit a claim along with evidence of loss and policy compliance.

Step 4
Swift Evaluation
Swift Evaluation

ECI will assess the claim diligently ensuring transparency and adherence to policy. The claim assessment can take up to one month.

Step 5
Clearance for Payment
Clearance for Payment

After the assessment is complete, ECI will send details of the calculation for approval and sign-off. The claim will be promptly paid out.

Step 6
Post-Claim Recovery Journey
Post-Claim Recovery Journey

If there are still chances of potential recoveries, ECI will work in collaboration with the bank for additional recovery efforts. Any recoveries will be shared between the bank and ECI as per the policy agreement.

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