K&L Gates Advised MUFG Bank On US$100 Million Green Loan Facility To VinFast
K&L Gates advised MUFG Bank on US$100 million green loan facility to VinFast
The leading global law firm, K&L Gates, acted as lead counsel to MUFG Bank Ltd. on a US$100 million green loan facility extended to VinFast, a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer and member of Vingroup, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates operating across technology, industrials, real estate, infrastructure, and green energy.
The transaction marks MUFG’s first collaboration with VinFast, reflecting a strategic commitment to sustainable growth in the EV sector. The facility will support VinFast’s expansion across Asia and continued innovation in electric mobility, aligning with the parties’ shared goal of advancing green transformation and net-zero initiatives.
“Our partnership with VinFast aligns with MUFG's strategic priorities in promoting net-zero cooperation, supporting the green transition, and the growth of clean energy solutions globally. We look forward to seeing VinFast's continued success and are proud to be part of their journey towards a sustainable future,” said Takao Nozaki (Managing Director, Regional Head of Vietnam, MUFG).
“We are proud to have advised MUFG on this landmark green loan facility, which supports VinFast’s bold vision for electrification and global growth. The transaction reflects a strong commitment from both parties to driving the green transition in Vietnam and beyond. It was a privilege to support MUFG in structuring a facility aligned with global green loan principles, and we look forward to the positive environmental and commercial impact this partnership will deliver,” commented Duc Nguyen.
The transaction highlights K&L Gates’ deep experience in cross-border finance, sustainable lending, and the clean energy and mobility sectors. The firm’s global Finance practice integrates expertise across markets and industries, representing lenders, borrowers, servicers, trustees, rating agencies, investors, and other participants in a wide array of financing transactions.
The K&L Gates team was led by Duc Nguyen (Partner, Singapore), with support from Dat Le (Legal Executive).
K&L Gates is a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents, in more than 45 offices in key capital cities and world commercial and financial centers. It represents a broad array of clients, including multinational corporations, growth and middle-market companies, and public sector entities, in every major industry group.
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