IPFA’s one day programme is intended for participants who are new to project finance or whose experience of the subject is limited. The general nature of the course means it’s ideal for lawyers, accountants, bankers, investors, contractors, operators and advisors who are about to or have recently moved into the sector. It also assists public sector officials understand the private sector investment approach and reduced public sector rates are available.
All forms of project finance investment are covered, including PFI, PPP, BOT and similar structures. The programme is structured to help participants understand how project finance and private sector investment is implemented on an international basis, explaining regional and country differences in approach. The course highlights and reviews the key issues in the various contractual agreements used.
Participants will gain practical knowledge through the use of case studies which will illustrate the potential pitfalls and success stories in the sector.
This is an excellent first training course for those wanting to learn the fundamentals of project finance.
Programme:
9.15 – 10.45 Understanding the concept, structures, players and acronyms
10.45 – 11.00 Coffee Break
11.00 – 12.00 How to identify the risks, understand their impact on the project and allocate them to the correct parties.
​12.00 – 13.00 Workshop One:
Review and risk matrix for different sectors (i.e. ports, trains, prisons, roads, hospitals, offshore wind, renewable energy projects, water, waste to energy plants, hydro and power generation)
13.00 – 14.00 Lunch
14.00 – 15.00 Understanding the project documents
- Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)
- Project Agreement (Concession Agreement)
- Construction Agreement
- Operations Agreement
15.00 – 15.15 Coffee Break
15.15 – 16.15 Understanding the financial documents
- Term Sheet
- Loan Agreement
- Inter creditor Agreement
- Direct Agreement
- Security documents
​​​16.00 – 17.00 Workshop Two: Case Studies illustrate innovation and best practice.
17.00​​​ – 18.30 Drinks Reception hosted by Simmons & Simmons
FEES
*Early bird rate - 15% discount to expire on Friday 3 February 2017*
Register now to secure your place.
IPFA Member Rate €655
Non-Member Rate €855
*Please note we are able to invoice in GBP and USD
Discounts are available for multiple bookings and are processed as follows:
· For two delegates a 10% discount will be applied to the total fee
· For three delegates a 15% discount will be applied to the total fee
· For four or more delegates a 20% discount will be applied to the total fee
Please note:
IPFA reserves the right, prior to the commencement date to change or cancel the whole or any part of the programme. Please do not book travel plans until the course is confirmed to you in writing.
Insurance is recommended as the full course fees are payable and no refunds will be made if the delegate is unable to attend
