dinero_admin IDB Invest granted a financial package of up to $50 million to Laki and its subsidiaries to strengthen and expand its supply chain in Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. The initiative seeks to improve access to financing for micro, small, and medium-size enterprise (MSME) suppliers, promote foreign trade, and support investments in sustainability.
The financial package consists of three lines of credit. The first, a factoring line for up to US$10 million, is aimed at facilitating financing for Laki’s MSME suppliers. The second consists of a revolving and committed import line for up to US$20 million, which will finance purchases of key inputs for the packaging industry.
The third, uncommitted facility is for up to US$20 million and is designed to cover future capital investment and sustainability needs. This line will also expand the coverage of the import line, supporting Laki’s operational capacity and growth in the region.
In addition to financing, IDB Invest will provide technical advisory services to Laki to integrate sustainable practices into its operation. This includes the incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria, as well as indirect emissions reduction planning along its value chain.
With this alliance, IDB Invest reaffirms its commitment to the sustainable development of the private sector in Central America, while Laki strengthens its network of suppliers and consolidates its regional presence with a vision of responsible growth.
