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UK's Thames Water gains overwhelming approval for debt restructuring proposals

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Posted on April 1, 2025

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· Last updated: April 1, 2025

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Thames Water's Debt Restructuring Plan Receives Strong Approval

(Reuters) -Thames Water, Britain's largest water supplier, said on Tuesday its debt restructuring proposals had secured approval, with over 95% of the outstanding principal amount of the qualifying Class A debt voting in favour.

The first tranche of funding is expected to be provided in the first few weeks of April, Thames added.

The company said Consent Requests gained approval from over 86% of Super Senior Issuer Secured Credit Participations. The total consent rate, which includes deemed consent, was reported to be over 96%.

Thames Water on Monday named U.S. investment firm KKR as the frontrunner to invest new equity into the company and help it avoid a state rescue.

(Reporting by DhanushVignesh Babu in Bengaluru; Editing by Maju Samuel and Shreya Biswas)

Key Takeaways

  • Thames Water's debt restructuring proposals gained over 95% approval.
  • First tranche of funding expected in early April.
  • Consent Requests approved by over 86% of Super Senior Issuer Secured Credit Participations.
  • KKR named as frontrunner for new equity investment.
  • Thames Water aims to avoid a state rescue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is Thames Water's successful debt restructuring approval and potential equity investment by KKR.
Who is investing in Thames Water?
U.S. investment firm KKR is the frontrunner to invest new equity into Thames Water.
What is the significance of the approval?
The approval helps Thames Water avoid a state rescue by securing necessary funding and investment.

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