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Pledge Agreement Debenture

This Pledge Agreement Debenture template is used when a company offers its assets as security for a debt, granting the debenture holder a claim over those assets in the event of default. It is suitable for SMEs seeking financing by leveraging their tangible or intangible assets.

Updated 17d ago
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Pledge Agreement Debenture

This Pledge Agreement Debenture (hereinafter referred to as the “Agreement”) is made and entered into on this {{date_of_agreement}}

BETWEEN:

{{pledgor_company_name}}, a company duly registered under the laws of {{country}}, with its principal place of business at {{pledgor_company_address}} (hereinafter referred to as the “Pledgor”);

AND

{{pledgee_company_name}}, a company duly registered under the laws of {{country}}, with its principal place of business at {{pledgee_company_address}} (hereinafter referred to as the “Pledgee”).

WHEREAS, the Pledgor is indebted to the Pledgee in the principal amount of {{debt_amount}} ({{currency}} {{debt_amount_words}}) (hereinafter referred to as the “Secured Debt”), as evidenced by a loan agreement dated {{loan_agreement_date}} (or similar instrument);

AND WHEREAS, the Pledgor has agreed to pledge certain assets as security for the due and punctual payment of the Secured Debt and the performance of all other obligations of the Pledgor to the Pledgee.

1. Pledge and Security

1.1. For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Pledgor hereby grants a continuing security interest in and pledges to the Pledgee, all of its right, title, and interest in and to the following assets (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Pledged Assets”):

a) {{description_of_asset_1}}

b) {{description_of_asset_2}}

c) {{description_of_asset_3}}

d) Any and all proceeds, substitutions, replacements, and accessions to the Pledged Assets.

1.2. This pledge is made to secure the due payment and discharge by the Pledgor of the Secured Debt, together with all interest, costs, expenses, and other monies payable by the Pledgor to the Pledgee under the terms of the loan agreement dated {{loan_agreement_date}}.

2. Representations and Warranties of the Pledgor

2.1. The Pledgor represents and warrants to the Pledgee that:

a) It is the sole legal and beneficial owner of the Pledged Assets, free from any encumbrances, liens, charges, or security interests other than those expressly disclosed to and approved by the Pledgee;

b) It has the full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and to grant the security interest contemplated herein;

c) The execution and performance of this Agreement will not violate any agreement or instrument to which it is a party or any law or regulation applicable to it.

3. Covenants of the Pledgor

3.1. The Pledgor covenants and agrees with the Pledgee as follows:

a) To keep the Pledged Assets in good repair and condition and to allow the Pledgee or its agents reasonable access to inspect the Pledged Assets upon prior notice;

b) To insure the Pledged Assets against all risks, including but not limited to loss by fire, theft, and damage, for their full replacement value, with the Pledgee named as loss payee;

c) Not to sell, assign, transfer, dispose of, or create any further charge, lien, or encumbrance over the Pledged Assets without the prior written consent of the Pledgee;

d) To promptly notify the Pledgee of any event that may materially affect the value or ownership of the Pledged Assets.

4. Events of Default

4.1. The occurrence of any of the following events shall constitute an “Event of Default” under this Agreement:

a) Failure by the Pledgor to pay any part of the Secured Debt when due;

b) Breach by the Pledgor of any of its representations, warranties, or covenants contained in this Agreement or the underlying loan agreement;

c) Any insolvency event concerning the Pledgor, including but not limited to bankruptcy, liquidation, or appointment of a receiver;

d) Any material adverse change in the Pledgor’s financial condition that, in the reasonable opinion of the Pledgee, jeopardizes the Pledgor’s ability to perform its obligations.

5. Remedies on Event of Default

5.1. Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default, the Pledgee shall be entitled, without prejudice to any other rights or remedies available to it, to:

a) Declare the entire outstanding Secured Debt immediately due and payable;

b) Take possession of the Pledged Assets, by legal process or otherwise;

c) Sell the Pledged Assets by public auction or private treaty, and apply the proceeds of such sale towards the satisfaction of the Secured Debt, after deducting all costs and expenses incurred in connection with such sale;

d) Exercise any other rights and remedies available to a secured creditor under the laws of {{country}}.

6. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

6.1. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of {{country}}.

6.2. The parties hereto irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of {{country}} for the purpose of hearing and determining any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement.

7. Miscellaneous

7.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions, negotiations, and agreements.

7.2. No amendment or variation of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by both parties.

7.3. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement, which shall remain in full force and effect.

Signatures

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Pledge Agreement Debenture as of the date first above written.

PLEDGOR:

_____________________________

By: {{pledgor_authorized_signatory_name}}

Title: {{pledgor_authorized_signatory_title}}

Date: {{date_signed_pledgor}}

PLEDGEE:

_____________________________

By: {{pledgee_authorized_signatory_name}}

Title: {{pledgee_authorized_signatory_title}}

Date: {{date_signed_pledgee}}

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