RMB acted as Mandated Lead Arranger, Lender and Financial Adviser to Genser Energy Investments LLC (Genser), one of West Africa's leading integrated private energy companies, on the financing of a shareholder transition that facilitated the exit of an existing shareholder and established a sustainable shareholder and capital structure to support the company's next phase of growth across West Africa.
Building on a long-standing relationship with Genser and Chief Executive Officer Baafour Asiamah-Adjei, RMB was the initial bank approached to support the transaction. Drawing on its deep understanding of the business, RMB worked alongside management from the earliest stages to help shape the long-term capital strategy, coordinate the lender group and structure a financing solution that supports Genser's continued expansion while enabling investment in critical energy infrastructure across the region.
The challenge
Genser required a multi-disciplinary solution that would facilitate the exit of a shareholder while establishing a sustainable long-term shareholder and capital structure capable of supporting the company's future growth ambitions.
The transaction involved multiple stakeholders and required careful balancing of stakeholder interests, funding requirements and long-term objectives. The bank maintained an advisory role while ensuring alignment across stakeholders to achieve the transaction’s strategic rationale.
RMB's solution
RMB acted as Mandated Lead Arranger, Lender and Financial Adviser, working with Genser from the earliest stages of the transaction whilst the broader lender group was established.
Having advised on previous transactions involving the Genser group, RMB brought a deep understanding of the business, serving as a trusted adviser throughout the process. The bank acted as a sounding board to management, helping shape decisions on stakeholder alignment, funding alternatives, capital strategy and financing structure while coordinating lenders.
Results and benefits
The transaction positions Genser for its next phase of growth while supporting continued investment in one of West Africa's most integrated private energy platforms.
The shareholder transition provides a platform for investment in strategic infrastructure projects across West Africa. Together, these investments will expand generation capacity, improve operational efficiency, reduce emissions and strengthen regional energy security.
Genser's infrastructure provides reliable power to major mining operations in Ghana while supporting cross-border electricity supply into Côte d'Ivoire. Continued investment in this platform will help strengthen energy security, support industrial development and improve regional connectivity across West Africa.
For RMB, the transaction demonstrates the value of combining trusted strategic advice with financing expertise to help clients navigate complex ownership transitions while delivering infrastructure that supports long-term economic growth across Africa.
Deal summary
| Client | Genser Energy Investments LLC |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power, Energy and Gas Midstream |
| Capabilities | Leveraged Finance, Financial Advisory, Infrastructure Finance |
| RMB's role | Mandated Lead Arranger, Lender and Financial Adviser |
| Geography | United States of America |
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