Stabilus Secures €150 Million in New Financing Led by White & Case
Deal News | Aug 04, 2025 | White & Case LLP
The global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Stabilus SE and its subsidiaries on a 150 million euro long-term credit facility financing. This new funding will be utilized primarily to refinance promissory notes due in 2026, improving Stabilus Group's overall financial structure. The transaction also includes amending Stabilus's existing 450 million euro credit facilities, enhancing operational flexibility. White & Case has been a consistent advisor to Stabilus on various financing matters, involving substantial amounts, over recent years. The legal team managing this deal was based in Frankfurt, spearheaded by partner Vanessa Schrmann and local partner Markus Fischer.
Sectors
- Legal Services
- Financial Services
- Automotive
Geography
- Germany – The transactions and advisory services took place in Germany, specifically in Frankfurt, where White & Case LLP managed the deal.
Industry
- Legal Services – Relevant as White & Case LLP is the legal advisor facilitating the transaction.
- Financial Services – Involved due to the credit facility and refinancing activities undertaken by Stabilus.
- Automotive – Stabilus SE operates in the automotive industry, which is indirectly highlighted by the financial maneuvers described.
Financials
- €150 million – The new long-term credit facility secured by Stabilus SE.
- €450 million – Existing credit facilities for which amendments were made.
- €290 million – Recent promissory notes issued by Stabilus SE in 2024.
- €250 million – Acquisition-related bridge financing secured by Stabilus in 2023.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| White & Case LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | A global law firm providing legal advisory services for the financing activities of Stabilus SE. |
| Stabilus SE | Company seeking financing | Company | Stabilus SE, a company operating in the automotive sector, is undertaking financing to strengthen its financial position. |
| Vanessa Schrmann | Lead Legal Advisor | Person | Partner at White & Case LLP leading the legal team for this transaction. |
| Markus Fischer | Local Partner | Person | Local partner at White & Case LLP assisting in the transaction. |