Attractive long-term, non-recourse financing supports continued growth of recurring revenue
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (NYSE: GBX) ("Greenbrier"), a leading international supplier of equipment and services to global freight transportation markets, today announced the completion of an offering of railcar asset-backed securities ("ABS") securing long-term financing for our leasing business.
GBX Leasing 2022-1 LLC, an indirect wholly-owned special purpose subsidiary of Greenbrier, issued an aggregate principal amount of $300 million of its Series 2026-1 Class A and Class B Notes ("Notes") with a blended interest rate of 5.2% and a 21/2 year call feature. The Notes are rated "AA" and "A" by S&P Global Ratings, have weighted average lives of approximately 6.7 and 7.0 years, respectively, and are secured by railcars and associated operating leases. The securitization will be consolidated on Greenbrier's balance sheet but is non-recourse to Greenbrier.
"The strong demand from investors for this ABS issuance reflects continued market confidence in the performance of Greenbrier's railcar portfolios, supported by stable utilization and predictable cash flows. This transaction's favorable terms indicate the durability of our manufacturing platform and support for our disciplined long‑term strategy. We appreciate the ongoing commitment from our financing partners as we grow our business and invest in our railcar fleet," said Lorie L. Tekorius, CEO and President.
About Greenbrier
Greenbrier, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a leading international supplier of equipment and services to global freight transportation markets. Through its wholly-owned subsidiaries and joint ventures, Greenbrier designs, builds and markets freight railcars in North America, Europe, Brazil, and the Middle East. We are a leading provider of freight railcar wheel services, parts, maintenance and retrofitting services in North America. Greenbrier owns a lease fleet of approximately 17,000 railcars that originate primarily from Greenbrier's manufacturing operations. Greenbrier offers railcar management, regulatory compliance services and leasing services to railroads and other railcar owners in North America. Learn more about Greenbrier at www.gbrx.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
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