Standard Chartered named Best Trade Finance Provider 2026 in Vietnam

Standard Chartered has been recognized as the Best Trade Finance Provider 2026 in Vietnam by Global Finance Magazine, marking the third consecutive year the bank has received this recognition.

The award reflects Standard Chartered’s strong trade finance capabilities in Vietnam, underpinned by deep market expertise, a broad international network, and tailored solutions that support clients across import, export, and supply chain finance.

Through strong partnership with corporate and institutional clients, the bank continues to deliver practical solutions that enhance liquidity, mitigate risk, and improve operational efficiency across trade flows.

Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam has achieved several significant milestones, underscoring its strong commitment to supporting Vietnamese enterprises and contributing to the country’s economic development.

The bank successfully launched an enhanced suite of digital trade finance solutions in 2025, delivering greater transaction efficiency and an improved client experience.

In parallel, Standard Chartered introduced new structured and sustainable trade products, driving growth in its trade and working capital portfolio while, more importantly, enabling clients to scale and strengthen their businesses.

Sylvester Kinuthia, head of transaction banking, Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam, said: “This award reflects the trust our clients place in us, the strength of our partnerships, and the unwavering dedication of our teams. As global trade continues to evolve amid shifting tariffs, technological developments, and changing supply chains, we remain firmly committed to supporting Vietnamese businesses with reliable, flexible, and forward-looking trade finance solutions.”

Global Finance’s Best Trade Finance awards recognize banks that demonstrate leadership in product innovation, service quality, and expertise in supporting international trade.

In Vietnam, Standard Chartered’s history can be traced back to 1904 when the bank opened its first branch in Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City).

On August 1, 2009, Standard Chartered commenced operations in its locally incorporated entity – Standard Chartered Bank (Vietnam) Limited, an important milestone of Standard Chartered’s development in Vietnam.

The bank currently has four branches: two in Hanoi and two in HCMC. Its head office is based in Hanoi.

It provides a full suite of banking products and services for corporates, financial institutions as well as small and medium enterprises and individuals. The bank also plays an active role in building the communities through many programs that promote social and economic development focusing on health, youth and financial education.