QSR chain in Central America has completed the refinancing of its existing facilities with a Colombian bank
January 2026 — The Central American division of a quick service restaurant (QSR) operator of a leading global fast-food chain has refinanced its existing facilities with a Colombian bank.
The company is the largest franchise operator of one of the world’s leading pizza brands. Headquartered in Panama and Costa Rica, it owns and operates 140 restaurants including 65 in Costa Rica, 38 in Guatemala and 37 in Panama. It also operates a quality control center in each country, responsible for dough production, quality control and sourcing of food and other supplies. The company employs more than 980 people, making it one of the largest pizza chain operators in Central America. It operates four restaurant formats, large, medium-sized, small and food trucks, tailored to different customer segments and locations. The company has experienced strong growth in recent years, opening more than 35 restaurants since 2021, and is well positioned to continue its expansion.
Our role in the transaction
Oaklins’ team in Colombia advised the company on the refinancing of its existing facilities with a Colombian bank. Oaklins’ team in Chile supported the early stages of the transaction
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