Alpha Bank: Advises on £38.5m Loan Facility with Freeths
Deal News | Jul 14, 2025 | Freeths LLP
Freeths LLP, a leading law firm, has successfully advised Alpha Bank London Limited on its second complex loan transaction. Alpha Bank, a major Greek banking institution with a UK subsidiary, secured a £38.5 million term loan, forming part of a larger £40 million total loan, to a private client. The loan facility was secured against a diversified portfolio comprising 23 commercial and residential properties and a fleet of motor vehicles, with borrowers and entities spread across multiple jurisdictions. The Freeths team was composed of various specialists who collaborated to adapt to the client's intricate needs, showcasing the firm's strength in multi-disciplinary financing. The team was led by partners Daniel Abrahams and Will Heywood, supported by other experienced members. This transaction highlights Freeths' commitment to facilitating complex, high-value loans through comprehensive legal and advisory services.
Sectors
- Legal Services
- Banking
- Real Estate
- Automotive
Geography
- United Kingdom – Freeths LLP and Alpha Bank London Limited are based in the UK, highlighting the geographical relevance.
- Greece – Alpha Bank SA, the parent company of Alpha Bank London Limited, is headquartered in Greece.
Industry
- Legal Services – Freeths LLP provided legal advisory services for the loan facility.
- Banking – Alpha Bank London Limited, a subsidiary of Alpha Bank SA, is a key participant in the transaction as a lending institution.
- Real Estate – The loan was secured against a portfolio of commercial and residential properties.
- Automotive – A fleet of motor vehicles was part of the assets securing the loan facility.
Financials
- £38,500,000 – The amount of the term loan facility provided to the private client.
- £40,000,000 – The total loan amount involved in the transaction.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Bank London Limited | Lending Institution | Company | Alpha Bank London is the UK subsidiary of Alpha Bank SA, involved in providing the loan facility. |
| Alpha Bank SA | Parent Company | Company | One of Greece's largest banks, parent of Alpha Bank London Limited. |
| Freeths LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | Leading UK law firm providing legal services for the loan transaction. |
| Daniel Abrahams | Partner, Team Lead | Person | One of the lead partners at Freeths LLP on the transaction. |
| Will Heywood | Partner, Team Lead | Person | One of the lead partners at Freeths LLP on the transaction. |