CIT’s maritime finance business served as sole lead arranger on a $45 million financing for a portfolio of seven containerships.

The financing was arranged on behalf of a fund managed by Mangrove Partners, a New York City-based investment manager with expertise in shipping assets. All seven vessels are covered by existing charters with containership operators.

“CIT’s maritime expertise was evident throughout the financing process,” Nathaniel August, president of Mangrove Partners, said. “We appreciated CIT’s agility in bringing this transaction to a successful conclusion.”

“Mangrove Partners is well known for its investment expertise and knowledge of the shipping industry,” Evan Cohen, managing director and group head for CIT’s maritime finance business, said. “It was a pleasure to assist them with this transaction and we look forward to other opportunities that may arise in the future.”