BSTDB Invests in Sustainability-Linked Bond by Romanian Autonom to Advance Green Mobility in Romania

Financing forms part of a EUR 30 million sustainability- linked bond issuance to finance fleet investments and support sustainable business growth

The Black Sea Trade and Development Bank (BSTDB) has invested EUR 3.7 million in the sustainability-linked corporate bond issued by Autonom Services S.A., Romania's leading mobility services provider. The investment forms part of a EUR 30 million private placement designed to support the company's continued growth through new vehicle fleet investments and acquisitions, while also providing flexibility to refinance part of its existing indebtedness.

The sustainability-linked bond reinforces Autonom's long-term environmental and social commitments. The company aims to reduce the CO₂ emissions intensity of its passenger vehicle fleet by 55% and increase female representation in management positions to 46 per cent by 2030.

BSTDB's new investment strengthens its established relationship with Autonom S.A. and supports the company's role in advancing sustainable mobility and private sector development in Romania.

"Supporting companies that combine strong business performance with ambitious sustainability objectives is central to BSTDB's mission," said Dr. Serhat Köksal, President of BSTDB. "Our investment in Autonom's sustainability-linked bond will help expand access to modern, lower-emission mobility solutions while promoting responsible corporate growth and reinforcing sustainable economic development in Romania."

"We are delighted to welcome the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank as an investor in this bond issuance. BSTDB's participation reflects the confidence that international financial institutions place in our growth strategy and sustainability ambitions. Transforming mobility and building resilient Romanian businesses requires partners who share our long-term vision - and we are proud to count BSTDB among them.", stated Marius and Dan Stefan, co-founders of Autonom Services S.A.

BSTDB remains committed to financing projects that strengthen competitiveness, foster innovation, and accelerate the transition to more sustainable and resilient economies across its member countries.

Autonom is Romania's largest mobility network, operating 53 agencies across 38 cities. The company offers a diversified portfolio of integrated mobility services, including operational leasing and rent-a-car solutions, and has established itself among the country's leading providers in both market segments. Over the past two decades, Autonom has achieved sustained growth through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.

The Black Sea Trade and Development Bank (BSTDB) is an international financial institution established by Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Moldova, Romania, Russia, Türkiye, and Ukraine. The BSTDB headquarters are in Thessaloniki, Greece. BSTDB supports economic development and regional cooperation by providing loans, credit lines, equity and guarantees for projects and trade financing in the public and private sectors in its member countries. The authorized capital of the Bank is EUR 3.45 billion. For information on BSTDB, visit https://www.bstdb.org.

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