Derichebourg S.A. announced on September 7, 2026 the launch of an offer of senior green bonds with a total principal amount of €800 million. The issuance comprises senior bonds maturing in 2031 and 2033. If completed, the proceeds will be used primarily to refinance debt linked to Derichebourg Environnement’s acquisition of Scholz companies, redeem €300 million of 2.250% senior bonds due in 2028, repay remaining term-loan amounts and fund eligible expenditures under the company’s June 2026 Green Finance Framework.
Key Overview
- Derichebourg launches an €800 million senior green bond offer.
- The bonds are expected to mature in 2031 and 2033.
- Proceeds would refinance debt linked to the Scholz acquisition.
- €300 million of 2.250% senior bonds due 2028 would be repaid early.
- Net proceeds would finance or refinance eligible expenditures under the June 2026 Green Finance Framework.
- The offer is restricted to professional and qualified investors.
- Retail investors in the United States, United Kingdom and European Economic Area are excluded.
Derichebourg Launches €800 Million Senior Green Bond Offer
Derichebourg S.A. announced on September 7, 2026 the launch of an offer of senior green bonds with a total principal amount of €800 million.
The issuance consists of senior bonds maturing in 2031 and senior bonds maturing in 2033. Derichebourg said the completion of the offer is not guaranteed, nor are the conditions under which it would take place.
If completed, the €800 million green bond offering would primarily support the company’s refinancing plans following the acquisition of Scholz businesses by Derichebourg Environnement.
Green Bond Proceeds to Refinance Scholz Acquisition Debt
The gross proceeds are intended to repay amounts drawn under the bridge credit facility related to Derichebourg Environnement’s acquisition of 100% of the capital of Scholz Holding GmbH and 80% of the capital of Scholz Recycling GmbH.
The funds would also be used to repay in advance all outstanding 2.250% senior bonds of €300.0 million maturing in 2028.
In addition, Derichebourg intends to repay the remaining amount due under the term loan agreement entered into as part of the syndicated credit agreement signed on March 19, 2020.
The proceeds would also cover certain costs, fees and expenses related to the refinancing and acquisition. These include accrued and unpaid interest on the debt being refinanced.
Any remaining balance would be used for general corporate purposes.
Derichebourg Links Green Bond to June 2026 Framework
Derichebourg expects to use an amount equal to the net proceeds of the offering to finance or refinance, in whole or in part, new or existing eligible expenditures.
The eligible expenditures will be selected in line with Derichebourg’s Green Finance Framework dated June 2026.
The framework was prepared in accordance with the Green Bond Principles administered by the ICMA.
The green designation therefore links the financing to expenditures that comply with the company’s green financing framework and ICMA standards.
Derichebourg’s core activities include recycling and environmental services, providing the business context for the green financing framework.
€800 Million Raise Targets Debt Refinancing
The planned €800 million issuance represents a sizable green debt raise for Derichebourg.
The refinancing would allow the company to address debt associated with the Scholz acquisition while also bringing forward the repayment of the 2.250% senior bonds of €300.0 million maturing in 2028.
The transaction would also address the remaining amount due under the term loan established through the March 19, 2020 syndicated credit agreement.
Alongside these refinancing purposes, the company plans to use part of the proceeds for costs and expenses connected with the transaction and acquisition, as well as general corporate needs.
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Professional and Qualified Investors Targeted
The offer is restricted to professional and qualified investors.
It specifically excludes retail investors in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Economic Area.
The investor restrictions form part of the conditions surrounding the planned offering, which Derichebourg said is not guaranteed to be completed.
Green Debt Supports Recycling Sector Consolidation
The planned transaction comes as established industrial companies tap the green debt market to finance business activity connected with environmental services and recycling.
For Derichebourg, the proposed green bond combines debt refinancing associated with the acquisition of Scholz companies with a commitment to allocate an amount equivalent to the net proceeds toward eligible expenditures under its June 2026 Green Finance Framework.
The structure therefore connects the company’s financing requirements with its green financing framework.
Outlook
Derichebourg’s proposed €800 million senior green bond would provide financing to refinance debt associated with the acquisition of Scholz Holding GmbH and Scholz Recycling GmbH, repay the company’s €300 million 2.250% senior bonds due in 2028 and address the remaining amount under its 2020 term loan.
An amount equivalent to the net proceeds is expected to finance or refinance eligible expenditures under Derichebourg’s June 2026 Green Finance Framework, prepared in accordance with the ICMA Green Bond Principles. The offer remains subject to completion, while professional and qualified investors are the targeted buyers.
FAQs
1. How much is Derichebourg raising through the green bond offer?
Derichebourg is launching an offer of €800 million in senior green bonds, consisting of bonds maturing in 2031 and 2033.
2. What will Derichebourg use the green bond proceeds for?
The proceeds are intended to refinance debt related to the acquisition of Scholz Holding GmbH and Scholz Recycling GmbH, repay €300 million of 2.250% senior bonds due in 2028, repay the remaining term loan amount, and cover certain transaction costs and general corporate needs.
3. What makes Derichebourg’s bonds green?
An amount equivalent to the net proceeds is expected to finance or refinance eligible expenditures under Derichebourg’s June 2026 Green Finance Framework, prepared in accordance with the ICMA Green Bond Principles.
4. Who can invest in Derichebourg’s green bonds?
The offer is restricted to professional and qualified investors and specifically excludes retail investors in the United States, United Kingdom and European Economic Area.
Sources: Ideal Investisseur, MarketScreener, Dealroom
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