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Hellios Power (Pvt) Ltd – 50MW
Bridge Factor provided comprehensive assistance in transaction structuring, tariff finalization, and the negotiation of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) as well as O&M (Operations and Maintenance) Contracts. Additionally, we successfully arranged USD 25 million in financing, with USD 12.5 million secured from FMO and another USD 12.5 million from a Local Consortium.
Arranged USD 25 million in financing for EPC and O&M contract negotiations, with equal contributions from FMO and a Local Consortium
Read MoreFoundation wind Energy- I and Wind II
Bridge Factor prepared a financial valuation model for FFC for the acquisition of an equity stake in Foundation Wind I and Foundation Wind II Energy Limited. We assisted the Client in seeking approvals from the investment committee and Board of Directors, and supported in final negotiations and the closing of the transaction.
Created a financial valuation model for FFC’s acquisition of stakes in Foundation Wind I and II, aiding in approvals and transaction closure
Read MoreSustainable Energy and Economic Development(SEED) Program Energy Component
Under the Energy Component, Bridge Factor is assisting GoKP in developing a comprehensive power sector business plan and funding strategy for KP. This initiative aims to provide cheaper hydropower directly to industries in KP under a wheeling arrangement.
Assisting GoKP with a power sector business plan and funding strategy to provide cheaper hydropower to KP industries via wheeling
Read MoreSolarization under ESCO Model
Providing advisory services to KPK Govt. under SEED program in partnership with Adam Smith for solarization of hospitals and universities of GoKPK on Energy Service Company (ESCO) Model for implementation under PPP mode and arrangement of financing
Providing advisory services to KPK Govt. under SEED program in partnership with Adam Smith for solarization
Read MoreGovernment of Sindh Water Pipeline
Bridge Factor provided advisory services to the Government of Sindh on a water pipeline project under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode. As part of our transaction advisory services, Enertech, a company owned by the Qatar Government, executed the definitive agreements for the implementation of the project.
Advised the Government of Sindh, with Enertech executing definitive agreements.
Read MoreSukkur-Hyderabad Motorway
Bridge Factor provided advisory services to China Communication and Construction Company (CCCC) on the preparation of a bid for the Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode. Our scope included the preparation of a financial model for the project. However, despite our efforts, the bid was not successful.
Prepared a financial model for CCCC’s bid.
Read MoreZorlu -100MW
Bridge Factor assisted the client in preparing a tariff petition under the cost-plus regime, preparing and presenting the case in the public hearing called by NEPRA, preparing a motion for leave for review, and responding to queries raised by the case officer and commentators during the public hearing.
Supported a client in NEPRA’s public hearing process for a tariff petition under the cost-plus regime and addressed subsequent queries
Read MoreIndus Wind Energy – 50 MW
Bridgefactor was mandated to assist in setting up a 50 MW Wind Power Project, which included the development of a tariff petition and assistance in arranging long-term financing. The project achieved a successful financial close with CDC acting as the lead arranger
Tariff petition and successful financial close.
Read MoreTricom Wind Power -50 MW
Bridgefactor was mandated to assist in setting up a 50 MW Wind Power Project, which included the development of a tariff petition and assistance in arranging long-term financing. The project achieved a successful financial close as part of IFC’s ‘Super Six’ initiative.
Tariff petition and successful financial close.
Read MoreArtistic Wind Power- 50 MW
Bridgefactor assisted in the establishment of the 50 MW Wind Power Project, which included the development of a tariff petition and the provision of assistance in arranging long-term financing. The project achieved a successful financial close as part of IFC’s ‘Super Six’ initiative.
Tariff petition and successful financial close.
Read MoreLakeside Energy – 50 MW
Bridgefactor was mandated to assist in the setup of the 50 MW Wind Power Project, which included the development of a tariff petition and assistance in arranging long-term financing for the project. The successful financial close was achieved with FMO acting as the lead arranger
Tariff petition and long-term financing.
Read MoreSapphire Wind Power Company Limited – 50 MW
BridgeFactor provided post-financial close financial advisory and project monitoring services during the construction phase, including assistance in adjusting the tariff for a 50MW Wind Farm.
Provided financial advisory and project monitoring during construction, including tariff adjustments
Read MoreEighteen Islamabad
BridgeFactor provided advisory services to Eighteen Islamabad for business valuation. The engagement encompassed the preparation of a valuation model and a comprehensive valuation report for Eighteen Islamabad.
Business valuation services for Eighteen Islamabad.
Read MoreEnergy Department-Government of Sindh
Bridge Factor served as financial advisors for the Keti Bandar Project. Our scope included conducting detailed techno-commercial feasibility studies, transaction structuring, and providing assistance in bid management, transaction negotiation, and financial closure for project implementation under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode.
Detailed feasibility studies, transaction structuring, and bid management under PPP mode
Read MoreFotowatio Renewable Ventures
BridgeFactor served as advisors for Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV) to develop its footprint in the renewable energy sector in Pakistan, aiming for up to 400-500 MW either through the acquisition of existing projects or through greenfield projects.
Advisors for renewable energy development (400-500 MW).
Read MoreYunus Brothers Group
BridgeFactor provided financial and tariff advisory services for the acquisition and development of three hydroelectric power projects (HPP) raw sites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK).
Financial and tariff advisory.
Read MoreACT Group
BridgeFactor provided financial and tariff advisory services for the acquisition and development of the 70 MW Torkhow and 70 MW Meragram Hydro Power Projects (raw sites) in Chitral.
Advisory for acquisition and development in Chitral
Read MoreChina Gezhouba Group (CGGC) – 700 MW
BridgeFactor provided financial advisory services for the EPC stage tariff petition of the 700.7 MW Azad Pattan Hydropower Project.
Tariff petition advisory during the EPC stage
Read MoreDHA Lahore
BridgeFactor advised DHA on the project feasibility study for setting up a Medical City, which included a 500-bed General Hospital, Medical College, Nursing School, Super Labs, Hotel, and Shopping Area.
Advisory on a 500-bed General Hospital, Medical College, and more.
Read MoreWNG & Ghezouba
Bridge Factor provided financial advisory services to Wah II Group for its partnership with China Ghezouba Corporation for the implementation of the Cooperation Framework Agreement.
Advised Wah II Group in its partnership with China Ghezouba Corporation under the Cooperation Framework Agreement.
Read MorePrivatization of SME Bank
Financial Advisory to the Privatization Commission of Pakistan for the divestment of GoP's shares in SMEBank. Services included transaction structuring, due diligence, valuation, and bidding. The project was abandoned by the Privatization Commission
Advised Pakistan’s Privatization Commission on SMEBank share divestment, including due diligence and valuation; project later abandoned.
Read MoreTricon Boston – 150 MW
Bridgefactor provided financial advisory services for three 50 MW projects. The firm was mandated to develop the Tariff and Financial Model, finalize project contracts, and assist in securing long-term financing, leading to a successful financial close
Tariff and financial model development, contract finalization, and financing.
Read MoreGul Ahmed Wind Power Limited – 50 MW
BridgeFactor provided post-financial close financial advisory and project monitoring services during the construction phase for a 50MW Wind Farm, including assistance in adjusting the tariff.
Project monitoring and tariff adjustments.
Read MoreKohala Hydro Power Company Limited – 1124 MW
Bridgefactor prepared EPC Stage tariff petition for a 1124 MW Hydel Power Project.
Tariff model and petition development.
Read MoreUCH – II
BridgeFactor provided advisory services for the submission and follow-up of a tariff true-up petition. We also reviewed and finalized the revised financial model to be submitted to lenders after achieving Commercial Operation Date (COD) for a 40 MW combined cycle power plant.
Tariff petition preparation.
Read MoreZhenfa New Energy Pvt Limited – 100 MW
BridgeFactor provided financial advisory services for a 100 MW Solar Photovoltaic Power Project in Punjab. Our services included assistance in developing a tariff model and tariff petition on a cost-plus basis, as well as developing a financial model and submitting the tariff petition.
Tariff true-up petition and financial model review.
Read MorePMD International, Inc / Korean Southern Power Company
BridgeFactor provided advisory services to PMD International, including the preparation of a financial model and financial bid. We represented KOSPO (Sponsor) in the International Competitive Bidding process for the 300 MW Kerwalapitiya Power Project in Sri Lanka.
Tariff model development and petition submission.
Read MoreKohala Hydro Power Company Limited – 700.7 MW
Bridgefactor prepared EPC Stage tariff petition for a 700.7 MW Hydel Power Project.
Financial model preparation and bidding support.
Read MoreHorizon Steel
BridgeFactor acted as financial advisors for setting up a Steel Re-rolling Plant in Karachi, Pakistan.
Financial advisory for a Steel Re -rolling plant in Karach
Read MoreDin Group
Bridge Factor provided feasibility study and transaction advisory services for setting up grain silos. Our scope included the preparation of a bankable financial model tailored for lenders and assisting in the preparation of bids to participate in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode projects.
Bankable financial models and bid assistance for PPP projects
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Metito
Bridge Factor was appointed by Metito Group for the preparation of financial bid and arrangement of debt financing for the development of 100
Chief Executive Officer
Islamabad, Pakistan.
Corporate finance, business strategy, contract negotiation and banking.
Akbar Bilgrami founded Bridge Factor & holds over 40 years of International experience in banking and corporate finance. Before Establishing Bridge Factor in 2005 he headed the Management Consultancy Division of Grant Thornton (Pakistan Practice). Akbar has been involved in a number of projects in an advisory capacity covering Loan Syndications, acquisitions in the Banking, Telecom, Power and Manufacturing Sectors, as well as major privatisation transactions. Given his vast international experience and expansive network of contacts, Akbar has been instrumental in arranging equity and debt finance for major clients, structuring and negotiating mergers & acquisition deals, and providing negotiation support in complex transactions on the national and international front.
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Chief Executive Officer
Islamabad, Pakistan.
Corporate finance, business strategy, contract negotiation and banking.
Akbar Bilgrami founded Bridge Factor & holds over 40 years of International experience in banking and corporate finance. Before Establishing Bridge Factor in 2005 he headed the Management Consultancy Division of Grant Thornton (Pakistan Practice). Akbar has been involved in a number of projects in an advisory capacity covering Loan Syndications, acquisitions in the Banking, Telecom, Power and Manufacturing Sectors, as well as major privatisation transactions. Given his vast international experience and expansive network of contacts, Akbar has been instrumental in arranging equity and debt finance for major clients, structuring and negotiating mergers & acquisition deals, and providing negotiation support in complex transactions on the national and international front.
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