Borr Drilling Limited - Announces Pricing of Offering of Additional 10.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2030 For Gross Proceeds of $175 million

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Borr Drilling (NYSE: BORR) announced that its subsidiary Borr IHC has priced an offering of additional 10.375% senior secured notes due 2030 for gross proceeds of $175 million. These Additional Notes will share identical terms with the existing $515 million senior secured notes due 2030.

The proceeds will fund the acquisition and activation costs of the newbuild rig 'Var', expected for delivery on November 15, 2024. The company opted for this financing instead of previously secured yard financing due to more favorable terms. Settlement is expected around November 8, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.

Positive

• Secured $175 million in additional financing through notes offering
• More advantageous terms compared to previously secured yard financing
• Funding secured for new rig acquisition and activation

Negative

• Additional debt burden with 10.375% interest rate
• Increased financial obligations with new notes issuance

Insights

Financial Analyst

The $175 million additional notes offering at 10.375% interest represents a strategic financing move for Borr Drilling. The company's decision to opt for these notes instead of yard financing for the "Var" rig acquisition indicates more favorable terms, despite the relatively high interest rate. This suggests strong market confidence in Borr's business model and cash flow potential.

The total outstanding senior secured notes will reach $690 million after this issuance. While this increases the company's debt burden and interest expenses, the decision to pursue this financing route over yard financing implies potential cost savings or better terms that could benefit shareholders. The successful pricing of these notes amid challenging market conditions demonstrates Borr's ability to access capital markets effectively.

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Borr Drilling Limited (the "Company") (NYSE: BORR) (OSE: BORR) announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary Borr IHC Limited has priced an offering of additional 10.375% senior secured notes due 2030 (the "Additional Notes") for gross proceeds of approximately $175 million.

The Additional Notes will have the same terms and conditions as the existing $515 million aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes due 2030.

The proceeds from the offering are intended to be used for the acquisition and activation costs for the newbuild rig "Var", which is expected to be delivered on November 15, 2024, instead of the previously secured yard financing, as the terms and pricing for the Additional Notes are more advantageous, and for general corporate purposes including debt service. Settlement of the notes offering is expected on or about November 8, 2024 and is subject to customary closing conditions.

This information is considered to be inside information pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation and subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

Important note

This announcement is not being made in or into Canada, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong or in any other jurisdiction where it would be prohibited by applicable law. This distribution is for information purposes only and does not constitute or form part of an offer or solicitation of an offer to purchase or subscribe for securities in the United States or in any jurisdiction in which, or to any persons to whom, such offering, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any jurisdiction. The securities referred to herein have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 (the "U.S. Securities Act") or applicable state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to U.S. persons unless such securities are registered under the U.S. Securities Act, or an exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act is available.

Forward looking statements

The press release include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including the expected closing date of the Additional Notes offering, the intended use of proceeds and other non-historical statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including risks relating to the closing of the Additional Notes and actual use of proceeds and other risks included in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including those set forth under "Risk Factors" in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023 and in prospectuses filed with the Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority (FSA). Forward-looking statements reflect knowledge and information available at, and speak only as of, the date they are made. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements.

October 25, 2024

The Board of Directors

Borr Drilling Limited

Hamilton, Bermuda

CONTACT:

Questions should be directed to: Magnus Vaaler, CFO, +44 1224 289208

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FAQ

What is the size of Borr Drilling's (BORR) new notes offering in October 2024?

Borr Drilling's subsidiary priced an offering of additional 10.375% senior secured notes due 2030 for gross proceeds of $175 million.

When is Borr Drilling's (BORR) newbuild rig 'Var' expected to be delivered?

The newbuild rig 'Var' is expected to be delivered on November 15, 2024.

What is the settlement date for Borr Drilling's (BORR) additional notes offering?

The settlement of the notes offering is expected on or about November 8, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.

What is the purpose of Borr Drilling's (BORR) $175 million notes offering?

The proceeds will be used for the acquisition and activation costs of the newbuild rig 'Var' and for general corporate purposes including debt service.