Business Services
We work with our clients at every stage of Project Development to help them make informed decisions and achieve their goals. We develop thorough understanding of our client’s goals and provide efficient, effective and cost competitive support for successful execution of the engagement. We leverage on our vast experience and understanding of the global financial markets and strong relationships with commercial lenders, DFIs and ECAs to facilitate bankable documents and optimum financing.
Project Finance & Bid Advisory
Synergy is one of the leading Project Finance Advisory firms with expertise across sectors, geographies and financing structures. We advise our clients at every stage of Project Development. Our services include financial modeling, debt raising and syndication, bid management, coordination with technical and legal advisors, contract negotiations with offtakers and financing document negotiations with lenders. We leverage our strong relationships with technical and legal advisors and financial institutions. Synergy provides the best possible financing structure to the clients for bid optimization.
Synergy clients have won a number of bids across different industries and geographies, to name a few bids, Kigali Water Treatment Plant (Kigali, Rwanda), the record breaking DEWA Solar PV bid (Dubai, UAE), Mueller Arabia copper tubing (Bahrain), National Solar Mission Solar bid (Andhra Pradesh, India).
Synergy team works closely with the clients to understand their requirements and develops strategies for customized financing. Besides traditional Project Finance structures, Synergy is also lauded for innovative financing structures.
Key areas of Synergy expertise in Project Finance and Bid Advisory comprise of:
- Project Feasibility Analysis
- Financial Structuring
- Financial Modelling
- Debt Raising / Syndication
- Bid Management
- Contract Negotiations
- Financing Document Negotiation
Development Capital Raising
At Synergy, we’re at the nexus where infrastructure development and investment converge. Our extensive global network of developers across multiple sectors has positioned us uniquely to understand and meet the intricate investment needs of today’s market.
We don’t just connect companies with capital; we create synergies that fuel growth and innovation. By leveraging our deep insights into investor requirements, we expertly pair leading developers with forward-thinking companies eager to raise development capital for infrastructure projects in various geographies.
Whether it’s the early stages of development or the final phases of execution, Synergy is equipped to guide our clients through the complex journey of capital raising.
Corporate Debt Restructuring
In order to meet emerging business expectations, corporates continuously align their capital structure. With increasing volatility in global markets, it has become imperative to conduct capital structure optimization and stressed asset resolutions frequently to continue to add incremental value to the shareholders.
Synergy helps the clients with debt and capital restructuring. We provide conventional as well as innovative solutions to corporates across sectors and geographies seeking to restructure their borrowings. We leverage on our strong relationships with banks, lawyers, tax consultants, corporates and regulatory regimes in providing customized, structured solutions to our clients such as:
- Capital Structure Rebalancing
- Debt Optimization
- Cross-Border Restructuring
- Distressed Debt Resolutions
Mergers & Acquisitions
For more than a decade, Synergy has advised private developers, governments and investors for acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, corporate debt restructuring and refinancing. Our advice focuses on understanding our clients’ long-term and short-term growth strategy to effect innovative solutions, drawing upon our in-depth sector knowledge, regional expertise and wide-ranging contacts helping create and unlock value in infrastructure assets.
Synergy offers buy-side and sell-side advisory services, undertaking commercial and financial due diligence, conducting valuations to assess the viability and valuation benchmarks for M&A transactions. We develop detailed Financial Models to establish value of target entities, accounting for market pricing models, free cash flow analysis, enterprise valuation, market multiples and share swap models. We work with our clients at every stage of the transaction, negotiating and assisting with transaction documents such as Information Memoranda, MoUs, investor presentations, investment term sheets, Joint Development Agreements, Sale and Purchase Agreements and other Shareholder Agreements. We arrange acquisition financing through international and local, commercial and development finance institutions and private equity funds.
Well entrenched in the global and local markets, we adopt a hands-on approach in advising clients. We leverage on our strong relationships with technical and legal advisors, financial institutions and regulatory regimes to help our clients achieve their investment objectives while protecting shareholder interests.
Portfolio/Asset Management
Synergy typically offers a full suite of solutions to optimize the performance and value of a client’s assets. These include strategic investment advice, portfolio management, and risk assessment to ensure clients achieve their financial objectives. Synergy conducts thorough market analysis, identifies profitable investment opportunities, and provides guidance on asset allocation to balance risk and returns effectively. Additionally, we offer performance monitoring, compliance with regulatory requirements, and reporting to maintain transparency and accountability. By leveraging our expertise and industry insights, Synergy aims to maximize the client’s asset growth while minimizing potential risks.
Synergy key services for Portfolio/Asset Management include:
- Strategic Investment Advice
- Portfolio Management
- Risk Assessment
Corporate and Investment Strategy
Synergy provides Corporate and Investment Strategy services by offering comprehensive support to organizations in developing and executing strategic plans to achieve their business goals. These services include market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and identification of growth opportunities. The firm assists in formulating corporate strategies, such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic alliances, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives. Additionally, it provides investment advisory, financial modeling, and valuation services to guide capital allocation and investment decisions. Synergy also aids in risk assessment, scenario planning, and performance monitoring to ensure the strategic initiatives’ success and adaptability in dynamic market conditions.
Synergy key services for Corporate and Investment Strategy include:
- Market Analysis
- Competitive Benchmarking
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Divestitures
- Strategic Alliances
- Investment Advisory
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation Services
Project Feasibility Analysis
Project Feasibility Analysis is vital for the successful development of any infrastructure project to ensure its legal and technical feasibility and commercial viability as an investment. Synergy works with clients to minimize project development risk by conducting project feasibility analysis during the early development stage of the project. We have helped private developers as well as government decision makers to conduct such analysis.
We work with our clients to assess the viability, cost and benefits associated with their project, conducting cost benefit analysis before financial resource allocation. We help our clients understand the expected project outcomes, the risks involved and their possible impact on the project by conducting detailed due diligence, comprehensive risk assessment and economic and financial review. Our strong relationships with technical and environmental advisors help our clients have access to consolidated project feasibility report.
Synergy key services for Project Feasibility Analysis include:
- Investment Advisory
- Due Diligence
- Risk Analysis
Pre-Feasibility/Feasibility Analysis
Focusing on the infrastructure sectors, Synergy offers comprehensive evaluations to Clients, helping them determine the viability of new greenfield, or brownfield expansion projects. These services typically include market analysis, financial modeling, risk assessment, and commercial feasibility studies. The firm conducts thorough research to assess market demand, competitive landscape, and potential revenue streams. Financial analysis encompasses cost estimates, funding requirements, and profitability projections. Risk assessment identifies potential challenges and mitigation strategies, while evaluating the practical aspects of implementation. The goal is to provide clients with detailed, actionable insights to make informed decisions about proceeding with their projects.
Synergy key services for Pre-Feasibility/Feasibility Analysis include:
- Market Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Risk Assessment
- Commercial Feasibility Studies
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Assessment
Financial Modelling & Audit
Synergy, given its vast experience in financial advisory, has successfully built Financial Models for a diverse set of infrastructure projects across different geographies. Synergy Financial Models are designed to reflect the project’s performance during development, construction and operations. The Financial Models are prepared per the requirements of the project documents and are in compliance with host country tax and accounting standards and international accounting standards such as US GAAP and IFRS (as applicable).
Synergy experience in Financial Modeling includes:
- Project Finance
- Bid Advisory
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Group Company Valuations
- Financial Restructuring
- Business Planning and Forecasting
- Feasibility Analysis
Synergy team also performs Third-Party Independent Financial Model Audits for lenders, investors and bidders.
Third-Party Independent Financial Model Audit includes:
- Reviewing financial and mathematical consistencies in the model
- Ensuring compliance of model assumptions with various project documents
- Ensuring the validity of tax and accounting assumptions in the model
- Auditing in detail, the structural control of the model and the logical consistency of calculations (including Macros)
- Ensuring inclusion of adequate sensitivities on key parameters material to lenders / investors
ESG & Circular Economy
With a focus on the Green Economy, Sustainability and ESG Synergy works with clients to provide comprehensive solutions to help organizations integrate sustainable practices into their operations. These services include conducting ESG assessments, developing sustainability strategies, and creating detailed reports to meet regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations. The firm advises on circular economy principles, such as resource efficiency, waste reduction, and product lifecycle management, to minimize environmental impact and enhance business resilience. Additionally, the consulting firm offers training and workshops, supports the implementation of green technologies, and assists in achieving certifications and aligning with global sustainability standards.
Key Areas of Synergy expertise in ESG & Circular Economy includes:
- ESG Assessments
- Sustainability Strategies
- Detailed Reports
- Training And Workshops
Government Advisory
With the PPP model of infrastructure development projects becoming the norm across the world, Governments and parastatal institutions need expert knowledge and assistance for successful implementation of their development programs, including interfacing with multiple parties like developers, financial institutions, multilateral agencies such as the IMF and the World Bank, technical and legal advisors.
Synergy has successfully assisted governmental agencies such as utility providers, ministries of power and ministries of finance with PPP framework development for project implementation, negotiations of Concession Agreement (PPA / WPA and so on…) with project developers and training personnel to enhance internal capability. Our team works closely with Government agencies to understand their requirements and provide customized strategies and solutions to achieve their goals.
Synergy experience in providing services specifically designed for Government Institutions and Government Agencies:
- Training programs to assist with institutional capability building
- Management of RFP process and evaluation of bids for individual projects
- Assistance in commercial negotiations with project developers to ensure financial sustainability
- Negotiation, commercial due diligence and review of project agreements
- Credit enhancement mechanism
Development Advisory
Accelerate Your Infrastructure Project
Development Advisory is a unique offering by Synergy, wherein it can offer complete and comprehensive support to a client across the entire lifecycle of the development process for any project.
From the initial stages of pre-development work starting from Pre-Feasibility through to Implementation, Construction and operations, Synergy can provide relevant expertise in technical commercial advisory services covering (project outline feasibility development of commercial structure and project contracts through to financial close and techno commercial construction support through to commercial operation).
The initial structuring of an infrastructure/utility project plays a significant role in how the asset performs over its lifetime. With a team of seasoned professionals (across a variety of assets) with industry expertise, Synergy helps its client’s structure, develop, implement, construct and operate projects and also look at portfolio management and optimization for existing assets.
Synergy offers its Development Advisory services across geographies and technologies. By combining financial acumen with technical proficiency, we deliver tailored solutions that optimize the risk profile within the contractual structure, review the project cost base from construction and operations perspective and seek to optimize competitive pricing for any offtake agreement.
Our seasoned professionals understand the intricate dynamics of the development cycle in the infrastructure and utility space in several different countries.
We don’t just advise; we collaborate to optimize your project’s lifecycle.
The service being a unique proposition, has helped many international/local clients in the infrastructure/utility sector either in their greenfield developments or portfolio management.
Key Differentiators and Value Proposition
- Full Project Development Lifecycle Support: Comprehensive support from project inception to operation.
- Industry Expertise: Proven track record in the infrastructure and utility sector.
- Techno Commercial Optimization: Ability to balance and optimize project economics, technical leverages and financial performance.
- Effective Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships with clients, investors, and regulators.
- Customized Solutions: Tailored approach to meet specific client needs and challenges.
Potential Service Lines
- Greenfield Project Development
- Infrastructure Investment Advisory
- Brownfield Project Optimization and Expansions
- Business Process Engineering and Process Optimization
- Development Company Establishment, Structuring and Processes
- In-House Capability Development /Enhancement
- O&M Strategy and Planning – Service Agreements
- Transaction Management – Mergers and Acquisitions
- Portfolio Management and Restructuring
- Asset Optimization and Portfolio Performance Analysis
- Asset Management – Digital Transformation and Technology Solutions
Key areas of Synergy expertise in Development Advisory comprise of:
- Pre-Feasibility Advisory
- Comprehensive Stakeholder Value Creation Blueprint/ Strategic Planning
- Contractual Review and Excellence: Negotiation of Term Sheets and Contracts
- Risk Identification and Mitigation Strategies
- Holistic Project Development and Project Management
- PMO Establishment and Governance Management
- Pre-FC and Post-FC Advisors Selection and Onboarding
- Technical Integration and Coordination for Project Execution
- Offtake Evaluation and Strategy Development
- Implementation Control and Monitoring / Cost Audit and Assurance Services
- Procurement Optimization: EPC, OEM and O&M Contractor Selection through Competitive Bid Management
- O&M Advisory Services: LTSA Contract Finalization
- SPV Operational Readiness
- Regulatory Compliance
- Asset and Portfolio Management – Performance Analysis of Existing Assets
- Training and Development
Key sectors for Synergy’s Development Advisory are:
- Conventional Power (Oil, Gas, Coal, Biomass)
- Generation
- Transmission
- Renewable Power (Solar, Wind, Battery Storage)
- Generation
- Transmission
- Emission Control
- Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU)
- Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD)
- Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)/ Selective Non-Catalytic Reduction (SNCR)
- Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP)/ Activated Carbon Injection (ACI)
- Alternative Energy Options
- Waste to Energy
- Small Scale Nuclear Power
- Green Hydrogen
- Green Ammonia
- Biogas / Biofuels
- Hydrogen Fuels
- Biomass Gasification
- LNG
- Utilities / Others
- Sewerage
- Water
- Natural Gas
- Heating and Cooling
- Waste Management
- Social Infrastructure
- Roads
- Highways
- Airports
Training Programs
Synergy provides training directly at client sites or in our global office locations, setting up high-impact learning programs for Financial Advisory, Bid Advisory, Financial Modeling, Financial Model Audit, Contract Analysis, Debt/Equity Raising and Structuring and M&A Advisory. Synergy is recognized for design and delivery of Training Programs across diverse sectors and geographies for both public and private entities. Our unique blend of contemporary content and effective methodology through case-studies allows us to translate our knowledge and expertise in a wide range of areas:
- Corporate and Project Financing
- Public Private Partnership (“PPP”) Framework
- Tariff Structuring
- Debt and Equity Structuring
- EPC and O&M Agreements and Associated Risks
- Financial Modeling
- Financing Documentation
- Valuation Principles
- Customized Training Programs
Synergy Experience in Key Training Programs on Project Finance & Financial Modelling:
Government
- National Water Company (NWC), Saudi Arabia
- Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC), Saudi Arabia
- Jordan PPP Training (Held Online)
- Large KSA state institution Training (Held Online)
- IPP Association of Nigeria (IPPAN), NBET & All Government Stakeholders
- Cameroon – ARSE & Ministry of Energy
- Ethiopia – EEPCO & Ministry of Finance
- Ghana – ECG, VRA, Ministry of Power, Ministry of Finance
- Governments of India, Nepal, Sri Lanka/USAID – Utility companies
Private Developers
- Saudi Tabreed & Miahona Company
- ACWA Power International
- Metito Utilities
- Advanced Water Technologies
- SEPCOIII