HOUSTON, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — United Beren Energy Capital, LP and affiliates (“United Beren” or “UBE”), an asset-based direct lender providing bespoke credit solutions to middle-market energy companies, announced the August 15 closing of a senior secured term loan facility with Rio Grande E&P II, LLC and Atlantic Pearl Partners LLC. The proceeds are intended to provide development capital to support the companies’ drilling programs.
The transaction was originated and led by UBE and was executed alongside EnTrust Global, a global alternative investment firm, and a well-established investment-grade rated international commodities trader with deep experience in energy finance.
“As a specialized private credit platform focused exclusively on the energy sector, UBE is committed to delivering flexible, solution-oriented financing structures that enable growth and value creation for our partners,” said Taylor Morris, Managing Director and Head of Origination at United Beren. “This facility underscores our ability to provide tailored capital solutions to high-quality operators pursuing disciplined development strategies.”
United Beren specializes in asset-based and reserve-based lending, combining technical evaluation with structured financing expertise. This facility highlights UBE’s upstream energy lending activities, as UBE continues to target opportunities with established production, proven assets, and disciplined operators.
“This transaction demonstrates our execution capabilities, as well as our collaborative approach with institutional partners,” said Isaac Beren, Founding Partner of United Beren Energy. “We look forward to continuing to expand our platform as a trusted capital provider to the energy industry.”
About United Beren Energy Capital, LP
United Beren Energy Capital, LP is a Houston-based, asset-based direct lender focused on providing tailored financing to middle-market energy companies. The firm combines the legacy of a multi-generational oil and gas family and a team of individuals from leading financial institutions to offer highly customizable bespoke credit solutions.
About EnTrust Global
EnTrust Global is a leading global alternative asset management firm. Founded in 1997 by Chairman and CEO Gregg S. Hymowitz, the firm manages assets for over 600 institutional investors. EnTrust Global provides alternative investment solutions through commingled funds and customized funds-of-one, with a focus on opportunistic credit, maritime finance, energy transition, and sports, media and entertainment strategies. EnTrust Global has 11 offices worldwide and is headquartered in New York and London.
About Rio Grande E&P II and Atlantic Pearl Partners LLC
Rio Grande E&P II, LLC is a privately held company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, and development of Austin Chalk and Eagle Ford natural gas assets in South Texas. With an operating heritage dating back over 40 years, Rio Grande E&P is an experienced team with deep regional relationships. The company is committed to efficiently delivering natural gas to power the economies of the United States and Mexico.
Atlantic Pearl Partners LLC is a privately held company with a focus on acquisition and development of legacy fields held by stable, long-lived oil and gas production with optimization and upside potential in South Texas and along the Gulf Coast.
For more information about United Beren Energy Capital, LP, please visit https://www.unitedberenenergy.com
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