Last checked at 14 Dec 2022 12:00
TYMAN PLC
Successful Refinancing of Debt Facilities
Tyman plc ("Tyman" or the "Group"), a leading international supplier of engineered fenestration components and access solutions to the construction industry, has completed the refinancing of its bank facilities, maintaining significant funding to support its growth strategy.
Tyman has secured a new £210 million sustainability-linked Revolving Credit Facility ("RCF"), which may be increased through an accordion option of up to £100 million. This has been provided by a combination of existing and new relationship lenders, demonstrating the robustness of Tyman's business model. The facility will mature on 13 December 2026, with an option to extend by a further year.
The financial covenants remain unchanged from the Group's previous £240 million RCF while other terms provide more flexibility for Tyman. Pricing remains competitive and in addition a portion of the loan margin is now linked to the performance of the Group on three sustainability metrics which align with Tyman's immediate sustainability priorities and its 2030 sustainability roadmap:
1. Reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the 2019 baseline
2. Year-on-year increase in percentage of revenue from positive-impact solutions that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
3. Reduction in the Total Recordable Incident Rate per one million hours worked (excluding the impact of COVID 19)
Progress against these sustainability metrics will be independently verified on an annual basis. If Tyman achieves some or all of these metrics then the loan pricing will be reduced for the following year; a shortfall against the metrics will result in Tyman paying a similar premium to a nominated charity.
Together with the Group's three existing US private placement notes, the Group has access to total funding of approximately £310 million, with the accordion of £100 million providing additional funding for acquisition purposes. Tyman's debt facilities now have an average life of 4.5 years, with 55% of current borrowings being at fixed rates of interest.
Jason Ashton, Chief Financial Officer, commented:
"We are delighted to have successfully agreed the refinancing of our RCF for the next five years, particularly with the inclusion of three key sustainability targets. Following the refinancing of $75 million of sustainability-linked US private placement notes earlier this year, the RCF refinancing not only provides additional capital to support our growth strategy but also reinforces our commitment to put sustainability at the core of the Group's strategy."
14 December 2022
Enquiries
Tyman plc (investor.relations@tymanplc.com, 0207 9768000)
Jo Hallas - Chief Executive Officer
Jason Ashton - Chief Financial Officer
Matt Jones - Head of Investor Relations
MHP Communications (tyman@mhpc.com, 020 3128 8613)
Reg Hoare / Rachel Farrington / Matthew Taylor
Notes to editors
Tyman (TYMN: LSE) is a leading international supplier of engineered fenestration components and access solutions to the construction industry. The company designs and manufactures products that enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, safety and aesthetics of residential homes and commercial buildings. Tyman's portfolio of leading brands serve their markets through three divisions: Tyman North America, Tyman UK and Ireland and Tyman International. Headquartered in London, the Group employs approximately 4,300 people with facilities in 16 countries worldwide. Further information is available at www.tymanplc.com.