Bank of America, N.A., new senior secured credit facility in favour of the Univar group of companies

On July 28, 2015, Univar Inc. (NYSE: UNVR), Univar Canada Ltd. and certain of their subsidiaries (collectively, “Univar”) entered into a senior secured U.S. and Canadian credit facility in the aggregate principal amount of US$1.4bn. The facility is agented by Bank of America, N.A.

Univar is a global distributor of chemistry and related products and services, including specialty and basic chemicals from more than 8,000 producers worldwide. Univar operates more than 700 distribution facilities throughout North America, Western Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, and Latin America, supported by a global network of sales and technical professionals. With a broad portfolio of products and value-added services, and deep technical and market expertise, Univar delivers tailored solutions through one of the most extensive chemical distribution networks in the world.

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP represented Bank of America, N.A. in Canada with a team consisting of: David Amato, Amanda Fortuna, Noah Schein and Barry Segal (Tax).