OREANDA-NEWS. March 03, 2011. Winner-2010 in the category Public Debt Europe. Marine Money honored SFK's debut offering, led by Deutsche Bank, J.P.Morgan and VTB Capital, happened in 2010. The Marine Money International announced SCF Bond Issue to be a Deal of the Year Award strength of the order book allowed the company to price an upsized transaction of USD 800 million up from USD 500 million. The seven-year notes, fully guaranteed by Sovсomflot, were priced at par to yield 5,375%.

"At Marine Money we know just how difficult closing transactions can be, so we give this Award with all respect and hope that they give you some of the enormous satisfaction you and your team deserve", - is said in congratulation letter.

In commenting on the award, George Weltman, Publisher of Marine Money, said: "In a year of unprecedented change, it is our pleasure to reward creativity, hard work and value creation. This year tested the skills of the entire industry. Winners should feel proud of their achievements and the success they have delivered to their clients. The world of ship finance remained deeply challenging and our winners stood up and met the challenge."

The awards will be presented in June 2011 during Marine Money Week in New York.