NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE Capital, Corporate Finance today announced it is administrative agent on a $300 million asset-based revolving credit facility for Georgia Gulf Corporation, a leading chemicals company. The loan amends and extends an existing credit facility and will be used to support growth and working capital needs. GE Capital Markets served as co-lead arranger. GE Capital, Fleet Services also provides the company with fleet management services.
Georgia Gulf Corporation (NYSE: GGC) is a leading, integrated North American manufacturer of two chemical lines, chlorovinyls and aromatics, and manufactures vinyl-based building and home improvement products. These products, marketed under Royal Group brands, include window and door profiles, mouldings, siding, pipe and pipe fittings, and deck, fence and rail products. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Georgia Gulf has manufacturing facilities located throughout North America.
"GE Capital understands our business and once again provided financing to meet our evolving needs," said Greg Thompson, chief financial officer of Georgia Gulf Corporation. "We also value the access we have to GE experts from across the company when we’re looking for help beyond capital."
“Asset-based financing is well-suited to clients who compete in seasonal markets such as building products,” said Tom Quindlen, president and CEO of GE Capital, Corporate Finance. “It’s rewarding to see our financial and intellectual capital at work helping customers succeed.”
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