Restructuring Agent

In a distressed scenario, the successful implementation of a debt restructuring or workout requires a competent, responsive, and non-conflicted agent to guide the process. The Restructuring Agent acts as the central facilitator, working with all parties to execute the mechanics of the agreed plan and navigate the complexities of the restructuring lifecycle.

Our Role

We act as an independent agent or trustee in complex and distressed situations. We specialise in stepping into challenging scenarios to provide stability, expert administration, and a clear path to a successful resolution, whether through a consensual workout or a formal restructuring process.

Workout and Forbearance Facilitation

We guide clients through out-of-court workouts and restructurings, helping to negotiate and implement forbearance agreements and loan modifications to provide a platform for recovery.

Restructuring Plan Implementation

We act as the central agent to execute the mechanics of a formal restructuring plan, liaising between the debtor and creditor groups to ensure the timely and accurate implementation of all required steps.

Communication and Coordination

We serve as the primary point of contact for all parties, managing the flow of information and coordinating with legal and financial advisors to ensure the process is managed efficiently and transparently.

Successor Agency in Distress

We are experts at stepping in as a successor agent when an incumbent, often a lender, must resign due to a conflict of interest arising from the distress or default. Our independence ensures unbiased administration when it is most critical.

The Aether Advantage

A restructuring is a high-stakes process where the interests of the parties are often directly opposed. The effectiveness of the agent in this context depends critically on its independence and its capacity for resolute, expert action.

Conflict-Free Execution

An agent that is also a lender in the syndicate faces an intractable conflict of interest when a restructuring becomes necessary. Aether is a truly independent agent with no competing financial interests. Our duty is solely to the integrity of the process and the instructions of the relevant stakeholders, ensuring that the restructuring is managed with unimpeachable impartiality.

Specialist Expertise in Distressed Scenarios

Our seasoned professionals have deep commercial and practical expertise in the most complex distressed and defaulted transactions. We understand the scenarios that can arise during a restructuring, including potential litigation and insolvency proceedings, and proactively engage with all parties to overcome obstacles and drive toward a successful outcome.

Confidential Consultation

To discuss the appointment of an independent agent for your restructuring, please contact us.