OneWater Marine Inc. Announces a Successful Debt Refinancing
OneWater Marine Inc. has secured a new $110 million senior credit facility, projected to save over $6 million in annual interest expenses in Fiscal Year 2021. This facility includes an $80 million term loan and a $30 million undrawn revolver, replacing a former agreement with Goldman Sachs. The new terms enhance financial flexibility, allowing for strategic acquisitions and regional expansions. The initial interest rate is set at 3.00%, with flexible covenants. CFO Jack Ezzell emphasized that this refinancing supports the company's long-term growth strategy.
- Secured a new $110 million senior credit facility, enhancing financial strength.
- Projected annual savings of over $6 million in interest expenses for FY 2021.
- Improved financial flexibility with more favorable covenants and terms.
- Opportunity for strategic acquisitions and expansion in key boating regions.
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Enhances financial strength and flexibility, supporting continued execution of long-term strategy
BUFORD, Ga., July 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OneWater Marine Inc. (NASDAQ: ONEW) (“OneWater” or “the Company”) announced today that it has closed on a new
The new credit facility consists of an
Truist Bank acted as the sole administrative agent, collateral agent, swingline lender and issuing bank, while SunTrust Robinson Humphrey, Inc. and Synovus Bank acted as joint lead-arrangers and joint bookrunners. The credit facility has a five-year term and provides the Company with a
“This refinancing will generate meaningful interest expense savings, improve our cash flows and strengthen our financial position, allowing us to further advance our long-term growth strategy,” said Jack Ezzell, Chief Financial Officer of OneWater Marine. “The new credit facility increases our financial flexibility, which will be invaluable as we pursue strategic acquisition opportunities and expand our geographic footprint into regions with strong boating cultures. Our four-year partnership with Goldman Sachs Specialty Lending accelerated our growth and created additional opportunities ahead for OneWater. We want to sincerely thank them for their partnership and support through this period of transformational growth.”
About OneWater Marine Inc.
OneWater Marine Inc. is one of the largest and fastest-growing premium recreational boat retailers in the United States. OneWater operates 63 stores throughout 11 different states, eight of which are in the top twenty states for marine retail expenditures. OneWater offers a broad range of products and services and has diversified revenue streams, which include the sale of new and pre-owned boats, parts and accessories, finance and insurance products, maintenance and repair services and ancillary services such as boat storage.
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Jack Ezzell
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