Principles of Project Finance

E.R. Yescombe has over 30 years’ experience in various forms of structured finance, including project finance, leasing, export credits, real estate and asset finance. A former banker and head of project finance in London for a major international bank, he is now an independent consultant on project finance and public-private partnerships (PPPs), advising investors on financing for power, infrastructure and PPP projects, as well as public-sector entities on PPP policy issues, project procurement and contracting.

"This book provides a concise, accurate, and updated context of project finance. Not only it is a favoured reference for project entrepreneurs, financial controllers and government regulators, but it is also a highly recommended reading for students in business and civil engineering." --Shiguang Ma, University of Wollongong"Yescombe’s book is the best compendium of project finance concepts I know of. Principles is a detailed 'cook-book' for organizing project financings, comprehensive in its description of risks, contracts, and project participants, including sponsors, capital providers, and public and multinational institutions." --Ray Hill, Emory University"This book is clear enough for the novice and comprehensive enough for the expert. It covers all areas in project finance and does so precisely. It is a must for anyone looking to get into project finance." --Alfonso Canella, Brandeis University"E.R. Yescombe’s new edition of Principles of Project Finance is a state-of-the-art, comprehensive overview, with detailed and balanced coverage of the economic, financial, and legal dimensions of project finance. The book is full of relevant case studies and practical advice to make project financing work in the post-financial crisis environment." --John S. Strong, College of William and Mary

• 1. Introduction 2. What is Project Finance? 3. Project Development and Management 4. The Project-Finance Markets5. Working with Lenders 6. Types of Project Agreement 7. Common Aspects of Project Agreements 8. Sub-Contracts and Other Related Agreements 9. Commercial Risks 10. Macro-Economic Risks 11. Regulatory and Political Risks 12. Financial Structuring 13. The Financial Model 14. Project-Finance Loan Documentation 15. Public-Sector Financial Support 16. Export-Credit Agencies and Development-Finance Institutions 17. Recent Market Developments and Prospects for Project Finance