19/10/2009
Eksportfinans ASA has concluded a loan agreement with the Brazilian rig owner Odebrecht Oleo e Gas for financing of two drillships, Norbe VIII and IXx The USD 1,5 billion loan facility is made in cooperation with 12 banks and 2 Export Credit Agencies, Eksportfinans's share of the loan reflects the value of Norwegian supplies from Aker MH, Kongsberg Maritime, Siemens and Tamrotor. Eksportfinans loan is guaranteed 100% by GIEK.