Rodbun Group, one of Romania’s leading agribusiness companies, has signed a €17.3 million syndicated loan facility backed by a state guarantee. The facility will be used to cover the group’s working capital needs and support its development plans.
Banca Comercială Română S.A. acted as Facility Agent, Security Agent, and Lender, alongside CEC Bank as Lead Lender, with ING Bank Romania and Garanti BBVA as lenders, and Exim Banca Românească serving as guarantor. PCF Investment Banking coordinated the transaction as the exclusive arranger for Rodbun Group, overseeing the structuring, negotiation, and implementation of the deal.
“Together with our partner banks in this syndicate, Rodbun reaffirms its commitment to supporting Romania’s economic growth and providing local farmers with top-quality products and services. In a context marked by numerous challenges, the company continues to strengthen its production capacity and invest in local genetics, the development of region-specific seeds, and the modernization of its logistics infrastructure through cutting-edge technologies. Additionally, Rodbun is ready to invest in testing and adopting high-end technological innovations that can enhance crop resilience in the face of climate change. This way, Romania will be better positioned to face the major challenges of the coming decades,” said Daniel Muntean, Co-founder of Rodbun.
“The Rodbun transaction is highly significant for both the Romanian banking system and the company itself, especially given the broader economic context and the many difficulties the agricultural sector has recently faced. This transaction would not have been possible without the full involvement of the existing banking partners, including the issuer of the state guarantee,” said Vlad Florea, Director, PCF Investment Banking.
“We are pleased to once again successfully participate in a financing project that supports the innovation and sustainable development efforts of one of the most important players in Romanian agribusiness. This initiative aligns naturally with our mission, as we remain committed to supporting the local business environment by providing Romanian companies with the financial tools they need to unlock their potential and strengthen their market position,” stated Traian Halalai, Executive President of Exim Banca Românească.
“Rodbun is one of the most ambitious entrepreneurial projects in Romanian agriculture — a solid business that has grown steadily year after year, developing new varieties adapted to changing climate conditions, digital solutions, services, and farmer support. It has built a true community of farmers around it, contributing to the modernization and performance of the agricultural sector. CEC Bank has been a longstanding partner of the Rodbun Group, being part of banking consortia that have provided financing since 2018. With this new investment facility, we once again demonstrate our commitment to supporting performance in Romanian agriculture — a sector essential to both the economy and food security,” said Adrian Mușat, Director of the Large Clients Division, CEC Bank.
“We are honored to be part of this syndicate and to contribute to supporting a strategic player in the agricultural sector. Rodbun Group SA is a benchmark for innovation and adaptability, in a context where high-performance agriculture plays a vital role in sector efficiency, predictability, and Romania’s economic sustainability. Through this initiative, ING Bank reinforces its involvement in supporting the real economy and strengthens its active role in promoting sustainable agriculture in Romania. The support offered further solidifies our long-term partnership. Rodbun Group SA has ambitious growth plans, and we are proud to be part of this success story as a financial partner,” said Ștefan Dinu, Head of Client Coverage, Wholesale Banking Division, ING Bank Romania.
With a team of over 500 people, Rodbun Group manages around 8,000 hectares of seed production farmland located in Romania’s most agriculturally promising regions. It operates three seed processing and conditioning plants and runs a network of 50 agricultural stores serving small farmers. The group owns one of the most robust logistics infrastructures in the agro market, including regional logistics centers, local warehouses, and grain storage facilities.
Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP) acted as legal advisor to the bank syndicate, while Legal Ground provided legal assistance to Rodbun Group.
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