Serentica secures first dollar loan deal worth US$425 million  

The company wins the prestigious ‘Deal of the Year – Financial’ title at the 26th Annual S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards recognising Serentica’s landmark achievement of securing its first dollar loan deal for its 530 MW Round-The-Clock hybrid renewable energy project in India.

Serentica Renewables achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the prestigious ‘Deal of the Year – Financial’ title at the 26th Annual S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards. The recognition highlights Serentica’s landmark achievement of securing its first dollar loan deal worth INR 3,500 crores (US$425 million) from international and commercial banks to fund its 530 MW Round-The-Clock hybrid renewable energy project in India.

Commenting on the marquee award win, Akshay Hiranandani, CEO, Serentica Renewables, said, “Winning ‘Deal of the Year Financial’ award at the Platts Global Energy Awards is a proud moment for Serentica and a significant validation of our approach to scaling renewable energy in India. This deal is a testament to the growing confidence in the need for integrated, reliable renewable solutions to power India’s industrial sector. As we continue our mission to decarbonise and drive energy transformation, this recognition strengthens our belief that innovation, collaboration, and a long-term vision will play a critical role in decarbonising the Indian economy”.

This significant financing deal, facilitated by a consortium of three international banks and three Indian lenders, marks Serentica’s first dollar-denominated loan and establishes a benchmark for cross-border collaboration in the renewable energy sector. Valued at INR 3,500 crores (US$425 million), this deal further strengthens Serentica’s position as a leader in India’s renewable energy transformation.

Mark Eramo, Co-President of S&P Global Commodity Insights, said,“This year’s Awards stand on the foundation of the event’s quarter-century history as the industry’s premier recognition event and celebrate the energy industry’s commitment to meeting the needs of future generations with traditional and renewable fuels, flexibility and innovation. We congratulate the winners and finalists alike, and wish them continued success.”