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Turkish banks acquiring 49% of Galataport's capital share to settle $1.1B debt

First tourist ship, named Sea Dream, arrives from Bulgaria to Galataport Istanbul, Türkiye on Oct. 1, 2021. (AA Photo)
First tourist ship, named Sea Dream, arrives from Bulgaria to Galataport Istanbul, Türkiye on Oct. 1, 2021. (AA Photo)
December 18, 2024 12:34 PM GMT+03:00

Istanbul’s renowned port operator, Galataport, will transfer 49% of total capital shares to five creditor banks for restructuring of $1.1 billion in debt, acquiring banks announced.

According to statements released by the banks to Türkiye's Public Disclosure Platform, Galataport's 49% total capital shares will be acquired by the creditor banks in proportion to their respective credit allocations under the agreement aimed at recovering a portion of the outstanding loans.

The shares to be acquired by the banks are as follows, according to statements:

  • Yapı Kredi Bank: 13.2%
  • Garanti BBVA: 12.18%
  • Türkiye Is Bank: 7.18%
  • Industrial Development Bank of Türkiye (TSKB): 5.23%
  • QNB: 4.8%

Under the agreement, which grants Dogus Holding, the owner of Galataport, a three-year buyback option, the banks are expected to complete the acquisition by the end of 2024.

December 18, 2024 12:34 PM GMT+03:00
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