Clients successes

Societe Generale co-arranged and structured the USD 1.054 billion financing to support National Grid Electricity Transmission plc (NGET)’s share in the construction of the Eastern Green Link 2 (EGL2) project in the UK. It is part of the UK Government’s Net Zero strategy and the country’s largest-ever investment in electricity transmission. The project is also...

With the AI boom comes surging demand for the underlying infrastructure and hardware that power AI, including graphic processing units (GPUs), a critical component of the data centers needed to run AI. Societe Generale has built a strong track record in advising and financing AI infrastructure and data center projects across the U.S. Most recently, the Bank...

Elyse Energy, a French industrial SME leading the way in low-carbon molecule production, has successfully secured strategic financing for two sustainable fuel projects to support the energy transition in maritime and air transport, including defense, as well as in industry. Societe Generale acted as Financial Advisor and Mandated Lead Arranger (MLA), in...

The energy intensiveness of data centers creates both a challenge and an opportunity for leaders in the renewable technology sector and energy transition-minded banks like Societe Generale. The Bank led alongside Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) the ~$510 million debt financing for Longroad Energy’s 1000 Mile solar project in Texas, designed to help...

Universities across the U.S. are transforming their infrastructure to meet energy and reliability goals. With rising demands and aging systems, many are turning to public-private partnerships (P3s) to modernize utilities, reduce emissions, and improve efficiency. Societe Generale is helping lead this shift, financing innovative campus solutions that support...

As demand for net-zero strategies grows, nature-based carbon credits are gaining traction—supported by innovative financing and a rapidly expanding voluntary market. Chestnut Carbon (“Chestnut”), a leader in the nature-based carbon removal sector, exemplifies the growth and potential of the market. Societe Generale participated as Lender in the development of...

Societe Generale has supported MSC Cruises (MSCC), one of the world's leading cruise companies, in the financing of two new generation cruise ships.

Hexa Energy Services’ first battery energy storage system (BESS) project in Japan, developed under the country’s new long-term capacity payment regime, has set a template for the industry. Societe Generale acted as Mandated Lead Arranger and Hedge Provider for the financing of the first Tagawa BESS project.

Orange Concessions, a fibre network infrastructure operator, supports local authorities in their digital development strategies and the deployment of fiber optics in rural or sparsely populated areas, known as Public Initiative Networks. Societe Generale acted as Debt Advisor, Mandated Lead Arranger, Hedge Provider, Facility and Security Agent in the...

Morocco has initiated an ambitious seawater desalination strategy aimed at producing over 1.7 billion cubic meters of fresh waterby 2030*. The Casablanca-Settat Desalination Project, set to be the largest plant of its kind in Africa, will play a crucial role in achieving this goal. Societe Generale participated in the structuring and the financing of this new...

The Haweswater Aqueduct, owned and operated by United Utilities, is the UK’s largest potable water pipeline, supplying up to 570 million litres of treated water daily to 2.5 million residents in Greater Manchester, Cumbria, and Lancashire.

Investment in large-scale rechargeable battery solutions is critical to enabling the uptake of electric vehicles and renewable power and to supporting the decarbonisation of Europe’s automotive sector.

Osprey Charging is contributing to the energy transition through the rapid roll out of their EV charging infrastructure. Societe Generale acted as Arranger & Hedging Provider in the £110m in senior debt facilities transaction that will support Osprey’s charging network development in the country.

Atawey is leading the charge in hydrogen mobility, recently securing €22 million in funding to expand hydrogen infrastructure across Europe thanks to the support of Societe Generale, who acted as co-advisor on this equity raise.

Transportation is one of the key sectors where significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions can be achieved. In Europe, for instance, electric buses can lower CO2 emissions by 63% compared to diesel buses over their lifetime(1). Solaris Bus & Coach, a leading urban bus manufacturer in Europe, has partnered with a consortium of banks, including Societe...

Volkswagen Group is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The group, with the support of Societe Generale, has recently issued a EUR 1.9 bn green dual tranche hybrid bond, proceeds of which will help finance Eligible Green Capital Expenditures as defined in VW’s Green Finance Framework.