Core Viewpoint - MTR Corporation has secured a HKD 30 billion seven-year green syndicated loan, marking the largest unsecured international green loan for Hong Kong enterprises in Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa [1][2] Group 1: Loan Details - The loan is supported by 15 leading international banks and involves participation from 57 banks, with an initial underwriting of over HKD 58 billion [1] - Due to strong market demand, MTR Corporation increased the loan amount from HKD 23 billion to HKD 30 billion [1] - In addition to the syndicated loan, MTR Corporation has signed a HKD 780 million seven-year bilateral green revolving loan with the Korea Development Bank [1] Group 2: Strategic Development - MTR Corporation's CEO, Jacob Kam, stated that the company is entering a new development phase, focusing on large-scale railway projects, including significant investments in the Northern Link [1] - The company aims to collaborate with strategic investors to promote project development and contribute to the growth of the Northern Metropolis [1] Group 3: Sustainable Financing - The proceeds from the loan and revolving credit facility will be used to finance and refinance eligible green investment projects under MTR's Sustainable Financing Framework [2] - MTR Corporation's CFO, Michael Fang, emphasized that this loan reinforces the company's leadership in sustainable development and reflects a shared commitment with banking partners towards Hong Kong's future [2] - The loan has a drawdown period of nine months, indicating MTR's financial stability and thorough planning [2]