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Aspen Aerogels amends $500M+ GM loan; extends draw period, maturity, adds covenants
ASPEN AEROGELS INC
- Draw period extended to March 31, 2024 from September 30, 2023 (start linked to GM's Plant production date).
- Maturity date extended from March 31, 2025 to September 30, 2025.
- Added financial covenants: Total Leverage Ratio ≤ 5.00:1.00 and debt/equity ≤ 1.20x, effective Q4 2024.
- New condition: Borrower must evidence aggregate equity/debt financing of at least $500M for Plant construction.
- Borrowing requires 70% of total Plant cost fully funded before any draw under the Loan Agreement.