(a) This Agreement shall remain in full force and effect and be binding in accordance with and to the extent of its terms upon each Pledgor and the successors and assigns thereof, and shall inure to the benefit of the Collateral Trustee and the other Secured Parties and their respective successors, indorsees, transferees and assigns until all the Secured Obligations (other than any contingent indemnity obligations not then due) under the Credit Documents shall have been satisfied by payment in full, and the Commitments shall be terminated, notwithstanding that from time to time during the term of the Credit Agreement and any Designated Hedge Agreement the Credit Parties may be free from any Secured Obligations.