Coal Mine Financing
Challenge faced:		Our client asked for $20 million in project financing for coal-cleaning equipment in a number of mines that were being re-opened after 20 years of non-use. In addition, a rail spur extension serving the mines needed to be much longer than originally anticipated. The bank would not consider his request without 40% cash and $1 million in compensating balances.  Nor would it consider the purchased mining leases as collateral. In addition to the coal leases pledged, out client faced several financial hurdles. The Bank Wanted:
		40% Cash. $1 million in compensating balances.
Opportunity discovered:		Details forthcoming
Benefits:		Details forthcoming
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