Mercuria Secures JPY 145.3 Billion Samurai Term Loan Facility
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TOKYO, Sept. 9, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Mercuria Energy Group Limited has successfully closed a new JPY 145.3 billion three-year Samurai term loan facility. This transaction marks the company's ongoing commitment to financing and operational continuity, particularly as it navigates geopolitical uncertainties and market volatility.
The new facility, which refinances the company’s previous JPY 130.9 billion Samurai loan signed in 2024, will be utilized for general corporate and working capital purposes. This significant financing arrangement underscores Mercuria’s deep-rooted relationship with the Japanese loan market, which has spanned 12 years.
Guillaume Vermersch, Mercuria’s Group Chief Financial Officer, expressed satisfaction with the successful completion of this syndication. He stated, “We are pleased to mark 12 years of participation in the Japanese loan market with the successful completion of this syndication. The renewal and increase of the facility, achieved amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and volatility in global commodity markets, reflect the continued support of our Asian banking partners and their confidence in Mercuria’s diversified business model.”
The new loan, one of the largest of its kind, was arranged by Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, Mizuho Bank, Ltd., MUFG Bank, Ltd., and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, acting as the bookrunning mandated lead arrangers. This diverse group of financial institutions highlights the strong and established relationship between Mercuria and the Japanese financial community.
Mercuria Energy Group is a leading independent energy and commodities company, operating globally across the energy value chain, including crude oil and refined products, natural gas and LNG, power, renewable energy, metals, and carbon markets. The company’s strong focus on risk management, compliance, and operational excellence is recognized by market participants and stakeholders.
This financing will support Mercuria’s long-term growth strategy, providing the company with the necessary liquidity and flexibility to continue its operations and investments in a rapidly evolving global market. The successful closure of this significant financing deal is a testament to Mercuria’s financial stability and its ability to secure strong support from its banking partners in challenging economic conditions.