Royal Schiphol Group Raises €600 Million in Bond Issue for Infrastructure Investment
Royal Schiphol Group has successfully issued a €600 million bond to support its ambitious €6 billion infrastructure investment plan. This bond, part of the Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) programme, has a maturity of twelve years and an annual coupon of 3.375%. The funds will be used to upgrade Schiphol Airport's infrastructure, enhancing facilities and working conditions for both passengers and employees.
Investor Confidence in Schiphol's Strategy
Robert Carsouw, CFO of Royal Schiphol Group, expressed his satisfaction with the bond’s success:
"The strong demand from investors is a testament to their confidence in Royal Schiphol Group and our strategic direction."
The bond issuance attracted broad interest from institutional investors, with the final order book totaling approximately €2.1 billion. The bonds will be listed on Euronext Amsterdam, with ABN AMRO, BNP Paribas, NatWest Markets, and Rabobank serving as joint bookrunners for the transaction.
Investment in Airport Infrastructure
Schiphol’s €6 billion investment over the next five years will focus on airport facility improvements, including:
- Renovation of aviation infrastructure
- Upgrades to passenger and employee facilities
- Implementing innovative solutions to enhance working conditions
This bond marks a key step in securing the financial stability needed to execute the largest investment plan in Schiphol's history.