Broadscale Acquisition Corp. Announces Closing of Upsized $345 Million Initial Public Offering

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Broadscale Acquisition Corp. successfully closed its upsized initial public offering of 34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit, totaling gross proceeds of $345,000,000. Each unit comprises one share of Class A common stock and one-fourth of a redeemable warrant, with an expected trading listing under symbols SCLE and SCLEW on The Nasdaq Capital Market. The company, led by Andrew L. Shapiro, aims to pursue business combinations focused on transforming industries positively. Morgan Stanley acted as the sole book-running manager for this offering.

Positive

• Raised $345,000,000 in gross proceeds through the IPO.
• Focused on transformative business opportunities with a positive global impact.

Negative

• No immediate target business combination announced, posing uncertainty for investors.

NEW YORK, Feb. 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Broadscale Acquisition Corp. (the “Company”) today announced that it closed its upsized initial public offering of 34,500,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit, which includes the exercise in full by the underwriter of its over-allotment option to purchase an additional 4,500,000 units. Total gross proceeds from the offering were $345,000,000, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and other offering expenses. The units are listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market and trade under the ticker symbol “SCLEU.” Each unit consists of one share of Class A common stock of the Company and one-fourth of one redeemable warrant. Each whole warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one share of Class A common stock of the Company at a price of $11.50 per share, subject to adjustment, and only whole warrants are exercisable. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the shares of Class A common stock and warrants are expected to be listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbols “SCLE” and “SCLEW,” respectively. No fractional warrants will be issued upon separation of the units and only whole warrants will trade.

The Company is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. The Company intends to focus its search for a business combination target on opportunities that align with its mission of “Disruption for Good”-- that is, the transformation of traditional industries in positive ways that generate tangible improvements to the well-being of the global population, particularly with respect to energy, transportation, buildings, manufacturing, and food and agriculture.

The Company's sponsor is a joint venture of Andrew L. Shapiro's Broadscale Group and Jonathan Z. Cohen and Edward E. Cohen's HEPCO Capital Management. The Company is led by Andrew L. Shapiro, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer; Dan Leff, Senior Operating Partner; and John Hanna, Chief Financial Officer and Head of Acquisitions. The team also includes independent directors Lisa Coca, Andy Karsner, and Georgia Levenson Keohane, as well as senior advisors Stephan Dolezalek, Ray Lane, and Heather Zichal.

Morgan Stanley acted as sole book-running manager for the offering.

The offering was made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the prospectus may be obtained from:     

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
Attention: Prospectus Department
180 Varick Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10014

Registration statements relating to these securities have been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and became effective on February 11, 2021. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements,” including with respect to the initial public offering and the anticipated use of the net proceeds. No assurance can be given that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and preliminary prospectus for the Company's offering filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Copies are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Contacts

Andrew Shapiro
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
ashapiro@broadscalespac.com
(646) 849-9977                                

John Hanna
Chief Financial Officer and Head of Acquisitions
jhanna@broadscalespac.com                  
(917) 941-4273

FAQ

What is the total amount raised by Broadscale Acquisition Corp. in its IPO?

Broadscale Acquisition Corp. raised a total of $345,000,000 in its IPO.

When did Broadscale Acquisition Corp. close its IPO?

Broadscale Acquisition Corp. closed its IPO on February 17, 2021.

What trading symbols will the units of Broadscale Acquisition Corp. be listed under?

The units are listed under the symbol SCLEU, with Class A common stock trading under SCLE and warrants under SCLEW.

What is the purpose of Broadscale Acquisition Corp. as a blank check company?

The company aims to effectuate a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, or similar business combination.