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Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking Opens Securities Branch in Seoul, South Korea
Seoul, South Korea, April 3, 2023
Following recent regulatory approvals, Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (“Natixis CIB”) is pleased to announce the official opening of its Securities Branch, in Seoul, So[...]
Natixis CIB Appoints Cécile De Sousa as Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, January 30, 2023
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cécile De Sousa as Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific, effective January 26. C[...]
Natixis CIB Appoints Marcin Nowakowski Head of Telecom and Technology, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, July 27, 2022
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcin Nowakowski as Head of Telecom and Technology, Asia Pacific, effective July 4th.
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking appoints Makito Nagahiro as Senior Country Manager, Japan, President & Representative Director of Natixis Japan Securities Co., Ltd
Tokyo, Japan, October 15, 2021
Natixis Corporate & Investment banking (Natixis CIB) has appointed Makito Nagahiro as Senior Country Manager and President & Representative Director of Natixis Japan Securi[...]
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking Issues its First Green Formosa Bond
Hong Kong, October 8, 2021
Natixis Corporate & Investment banking (Natixis CIB) has successfully placed its first green Formosa bond – a 30-year callable zero coupon – in a dual listing on the Taipei and[...]
Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking Reinforces its Green & Sustainable Hub in Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, September 20, 2021
Natixis Corporate & Investment banking (Natixis CIB) has appointed Olivier Menard as Head of Green & Sustainable Hub, Asia Pacific. Based in Hong Kong, Olivier took up the[...]
TEESS closes a US$80M non-recourse financing with BNP Paribas, Société Générale, Natixis and Crédit Agricole for a 170 MW solar portfolio in China
August 23, 2021
Industry milestone with the first green loan in China for an energy company obtained by TEESS, a joint venture between TotalEnergies and Envision
Natixis Appoints Aurélien Lasjunies as Head of Coverage, Asia Pacific, Corporate & Investment Banking
Hong Kong, February 26, 2020
Natixis Asia 2020 Outlook: Growth Still Slowing
Hong Kong, December 13, 2019
Natixis Global Markets Research today released its “Asia Outlook 2020: Growth Still Slowing, and thus, Tougher for more Leveraged Sectors”. The report provides an in-depth analysis[...]
Natixis Presents Corporate Health Monitors for Asia and China
Hong Kong, November 28, 2019
Natixis Global Markets Research today released two new reports examining the corporate health of companies in China, and more broadly across key markets in Asia, namely Japan, Sing[...]
Natixis Appoints Xiaofei Guo as Director of Green and Sustainable Finance, Asia Pacific, Corporate & Investment Banking
Hong Kong, November 13, 2019
Xiaofei’s appointment supports the bank’s green and sustainable ambitions in the region
Natixis Strengthens its APAC Global Markets Franchise with Key Appointments
Hong Kong, September 2, 2019
Natixis Asia Research Launches Two Flagship Reports on China’s Financial Markets: The Offshore and Onshore Bond Monitors
Hong Kong, June 5, 2019
While the offshore market is increasingly dominated by Chinese issuers, the onshore market has recently further opened to foreign participation and has also been included in the Ba[...]
Ostrum Asset Management launches a Hong Kong subsidiary to expand its real assets private debt management platform in APAC
Paris, Hong Kong, April 10, 2019
Natixis Investment Managers’ affiliate Ostrum Asset Management is setting up a team of experts based in Hong Kong and Singapore to extend its real assets private debt management ra[...]
Robert Wallin appointed Industry Banker, Telecom Sector, Corporate & Investment Banking
Paris, France, March 7, 2019
Natixis today announced the appointment of Robert Wallin as Industry Banker for the Telecom Sector, Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), effective March 1st, 2019. Robert will[...]
Natixis Appoints Charles Picard as Head of Private Bank and Family Office Coverage, Asia Pacific, Corporate & Investment Banking
Hong Kong, March 1, 2019
Natixis announced the appointment of Charles Picard as Head of Private Bank and Family Office Coverage, Asia Pacific, Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) effective immediately.
Natixis closes inaugural JOLCO Financing with VietJet
Hong Kong, October 10, 2018
Natixis and VietJet, Vietnam’s leading international new age carrier, announced today that they have finalised a Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction toget[...]
Natixis expands coverage of Chinese corporates with two appointments
Hong Kong, October 2, 2018
Kenneth Ho and Joe Zhao are appointed by Natixis to lead corporate coverage efforts in respectively South China, East & Central China, complementing the bank’s client coverage[...]
Hong Kong Green Finance Association Announces Official Launch on 21st September
Hong Kong, September 3, 2018
Gathering Industry Forces to Promote Green Finance and Investment
Natixis gears for further growth in Investment Banking in APAC with series of appointments
Hong Kong, August 3, 2018
Natixis today announced three new appointments in its Investment Banking division, directly supporting the growth of its investment banking activities in the Asia Pacific region.
SDH Wings and Natixis Close $295 million Secured Portfolio Financing
Hong-Kong, Hong Kong, July 10, 2018
SDH Wings International Leasing Limited (SDH Wings), a leasing company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, today announced the closing of a US$295 million portfolio financing facilit[...]
Natixis appoints Janie Wittey as Senior Country Manager for Corporate & Investment Banking, Australia
Hong Kong, March 15, 2018
Natixis is pleased to announce the appointment of Janie Wittey as Senior Country Manager, Australia, and Chief Executive Officer of Natixis Australia Pty Limited.
Natixis and Vermilion Partners sign strategic partnership to develop China cross-border advisory
Hong Kong, March 13, 2018
Natixis and Vermilion Partners, an independent mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, announce that they have entered into an agreement, under which Natixis will invest for a majo[...]
Natixis expands its M&A advisory footprint through strategic investments in Fenchurch Advisory Partners in the UK, Vermilion Partners in China, and Clipperton in France
Paris, France, March 12, 2018
Natixis announced that it has agreed to make strategic investments in three flagship independent M&A boutiques, all of which are recognized as strong leaders in their respectiv[...]
Natixis and Thai AirAsia close inaugural JOLCO in Thailand
Hong Kong, February 27, 2018
Natixis and Thai AirAsia, Thailand’s leading low-cost carrier affiliated to the AirAsia Group, are pleased to announce that they have successfully closed a Japanese Operating Lease[...]
Racing 92 to take on first-ever South African Super Rugby side to play in Hong Kong, Cell C Sharks, in 2018 Natixis Rugby Cup
Hong Kong, December 17, 2017
Natixis and TeamOne Groupe, with the support of the Hong Kong Rugby Union, are excited to bring the Natixis Rugby Cup to Hong Kong’s shores once again, with the event pitting Racin[...]
Natixis becomes member of China’s Green Finance Committee
Hong Kong, December 14, 2017
Natixis, a leader in green finance solutions, joins China’s pre-eminent committee charged with developing the nation’s green finance industry
Natixis becomes member of China’s Green Finance Committee
Hong-Kong, Hong Kong, December 14, 2017
Natixis, a leader in green finance solutions, joins China’s pre-eminent committee charged with developing the nation’s green finance industry
Natixis sets city alight with sponsorship of Lumières Hong Kong
Hong Kong, November 2, 2017
Its sponsorship of the festival exemplifies the bank’s commitment to the city and to democratizing the arts
Natixis signs MOU with Minsheng Financial Leasing
Hong Kong, October 31, 2017
Through this transaction, Natixis increases its footprint in the Chinese aviation financing market
Natixis expands its Asset Management presence in APAC with the acquisition of a majority stake in Investors Mutual Limited in Australia
Sydney Nouvelle-Galles du Sud, Australie, October 3, 2017
Natixis today announced the signing of definitive agreements to acquire a majority ownership stake (51.9%) in Investors Mutual Limited (IML) in Australia, which becomes a new affil[...]
Natixis’ rewarded again for its multi-asset expertise and innovation capabilities in Asia Pacific
Paris, France, September 28, 2017
Natixis has secured a series of awards recognizing its cross-asset expertise and the cutting-edge structured investment solutions it develops for its clients in Asia Pacific. After[...]
Natixis’ rewarded again for its multi-asset expertise and innovation capabilities in Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, September 28, 2017
Natixis has secured a series of awards recognizing its cross-asset expertise and the cutting-edge structured investment solutions it develops for its clients in Asia Pacific. After[...]
Natixis appoints Desmond Tang as Head of Financial Sponsors Coverage, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, September 14, 2017
Natixis creates Financial Sponsors Coverage department for APAC with the appointment of Desmond Tang
Natixis appoints Daniel Klinger Head of Loan Syndication, Asia Pacific, and Bertrand Guiot Head of Global Infrastructure & Projects, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, July 11, 2017
Appointments of Daniel Klinger and Bertrand Guiot part of the optimization of Natixis’ originate-to-distribute setup in Asia Pacific
Natixis Collaborates with Ivanhoé Cambridge and Callahan Capital Properties to Issue First “Green Bond” CMBS with a Rake Tranche Backed by 85 Broad Street in Downtown Manhattan, New York
Hong Kong, July 6, 2017
Demonstrating its commitment to “Green financing," Natixis, in collaboration with Ivanhoé Cambridge and Callahan Capital Properties, announced today that it has issued the first ev[...]
Natixis appoints Head of Fixed Income & Commodities and Equity Derivatives Sales, South East Asia & Australia
Hong Kong, May 26, 2017
Ashish Jain appointed as part of Natixis’ cross-asset solutions expansion in the region
Natixis appoints Head of Debt Capital Markets Syndicate, APAC
Hong Kong, April 5, 2017
Kenneth Lee appointed as Natixis furthers its ambitions in regional primary bond markets, adding distribution expertise to strengthening origination capabilities
Natixis launches Taipei branch to deepen its presence in Taiwan
Paris, France, March 2, 2017
New branch reflects Natixis’ long-term commitment to Taiwan, and its ambitions to further expand its offering and client base in the market
Emmanuel Lefort appointed Head of Global Markets, Asia Pacific
Hong-Kong, Hong Kong, December 15, 2016
Emmanuel Lefort has been appointed Head of Global Markets, Asia Pacific. He replaces Serge Ekué who has been appointed Senior Country Manager, UK and Head of Global Markets, EMEA.
Natixis announces new CIB appointments for APAC
Hong Kong, September 27, 2016
Natixis is pleased to announce a number of senior appointments as part of a new setup for its Asia Pacific Corporate & Investment Banking platform.
Hawaiki Cable selects Natixis to close its financing
Auckland, Nouvelle-Zélande, June 17, 2016
System implementation to start in the fourth quarter of 2015 Hawaiki Submarine Cable LP, the New Zealand owner and developer of Hawaiki submarine cable system, has appointed Fren[...]
New China struggling to emerge as old industries drown in debt
Hong Kong, May 6, 2016
Large “old industry” companies are at the heart of China’s debt problem while “new industry” peers are less vulnerable but still comparatively small, according to the Natixis China[...]
Alain Gallois appointed CEO, Natixis CIB Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, April 21, 2016
Alain Gallois has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, Corporate & Investment Banking, Asia Pacific, and member of Natixis’ Executive Committee. He will replace François Ria[...]
KB Insurance and Natixis enter infrastructure and aviation co-investment agreement
Hong-Kong, Hong Kong, April 18, 2016
We are delighted to announce that KB Insurance Co., Ltd. and Natixis S.A. have signed a partnership agreement to co-invest in infrastructure and aviation debt originated by Natixis.
Natixis launches APAC Structured Credit Solutions department with new appointment
Hong Kong, April 13, 2016
Natixis announces today the creation of the Global Structured Credit & Solutions (GSCS) department for Asia Pacific, and the appointment of Fabrice Guesde as Head of Global Str[...]
Natixis reinforces APAC Global Markets setup with senior Fixed Income and Equity appointments
Hong Kong, January 5, 2016
Natixis has appointed Viet-Linh Ha Thuc as Head of Fixed Income, Asia Pacific, and Cedric Dubois as Head of Equity Derivatives, Asia Pacific
The Issuance and Sale of Natixis Nikkei 225 & S&P 500 Multi Index Linked Uridashi Bond
Tokyo, Japon, December 1, 2015
Natixis is pleased to announce the issuance and sale of a Nikkei 225 & S&P 500 Multi Index Linked Uridashi bond by Natixis S.A., totaling JPY 20,777 million.
Natixis approved to issue Letters of Credit for trading on DME
Dubaï - Émirats arabes unis, November 25, 2015
Dubai Mercantile Exchange (DME) and Natixis are pleased to announce that Natixis has been approved to issue Letters of Credit (LCs) for trading on the Dubai Mercantile Exchange dir[...]
Natixis opens banking branch in Beijing
Hong-Kong, Hong Kong, October 26, 2015
Natixis today announced it has officially opened its new banking branch in Beijing, marking a significant stage in the development of Natixis’ activities in China and confirming it[...]
Natixis launches Asia Pacific Corporate Advisory department with new hires
Hong Kong, July 31, 2015
Raghu Narain and Yves Shen join Natixis to drive development of regional offering focused on strategic advisory for corporate clients
Alicia García Herrero appointed Chief Economist, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, June 26, 2015
Alicia García Herrero has joined Natixis as Chief Economist for Asia Pacific. Based in the bank’s regional headquarters in Hong Kong, Alicia is responsible for leading Natixis’ eco[...]
New appointment rounds out Natixis’ Structured and Asset Finance Business in Australia
Hong Kong, May 14, 2015
Jean-Thomas Haller has joined Natixis’ Sydney office as Head of Acquisition & Strategic Finance, Australia. He reports to Eva Fung, Head of Acquisition & Strategic Finance,[...]
Ivy Pang appointed Executive Director, Debt Capital Markets Origination, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, April 22, 2015
Ivy Pang has joined Natixis’ Hong Kong office as Executive Director, Debt Capital Markets Origination, Asia Pacific. She reports to Peter Zhang, Head of Debt Origination, Asia Pacific.
Natixis Bolsters South East Asia Team to Capture Further Growth in the Region
Hong Kong, April 20, 2015
Natixis today announced three key appointments to its South East Asia team as it continues to implement its 2014-2017 New Frontier growth strategy across Asia Pacific.
Natixis and Standard Chartered Bank complete financing for Airbus 320-200 aircraft for THAI
Singapore, January 20, 2015
Natixis and Standard Chartered Bank have successfully closed a multi-million club financing transaction for two Airbus 320-200 aircraft for Thai Airways International Public Compan[...]
Natixis Japan Securities assists BPCE’s return to the Samurai market
Paris, France, December 19, 2014
Natixis Japan Securities (NJS) acted as active Joint Lead Manager on a five-year fixed rate note Samurai transaction by BPCE, pricing JP¥47.6bn of senior unsecured notes on Decembe[...]
Laurent Depus appointed Senior Country Manager, Japan, President & Representative Director of Natixis Japan Securities Co., Ltd
Hong Kong, November 7, 2014
Laurent Depus has been appointed Senior Country Manager, Japan and President & Representative Director of Natixis Japan Securities Co., Ltd.
Natixis’ PDP financing deal allows Hong Kong Aviation Capital to optimize pricing structure on aircraft for Sri Lankan Airlines
Hong Kong, October 28, 2014
Natixis has closed the second-of-its-kind multi-tranche pre-delivery payments (PDPs) financing of three Airbus A330-300 for Hong Kong Aviation Capital.
Natixis Rugby Cup 2014 brings Racing Metro 92 back to Hong Kong
Paris, France, October 21, 2014
Natixis, Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) and Racing Metro 92, supported by the Hong Kong Rugby Football Union, are pleased to announce that the Natixis Rugby Cup 2014 will take plac[...]
Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust (“A-REIT”) HKD640,000,000 3.64% Notes due 2029
Hong Kong, October 3, 2014
Natixis is pleased to announce its role as the Dealer and Bookrunner for A-REIT’s HKD640millions 15-year 3.64% senior unsecured notes issued off A- REIT’s SGD1billion Multicurrency[...]
Bertrand Guiot appointed Head of Global Infrastructure & Projects, Australia and Moritz Bloch appointed Director, Global Infrastructure & Projects
Hong Kong, September 15, 2014
Bertrand Guiot has joined Natixis’ Sydney office as Head of Global Infrastructure & Projects, Australia, effective from August 1st 2014. He reports to Daniel Klinger, Head of A[...]
Natixis acts as Joint Financial Adviser, Coface Agent and Mandated Lead Arranger for project financing of the MEASAT-3b satellite
Hong Kong, September 11, 2014
MEASAT International (South Asia) Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of MEASAT Global Berhad (“MEASAT”), has successfully reached financial close on a USD225 million project financing,[...]
Natixis Announces Sponsorship of Hong Kong Football Club Rugby for the 2014/15 – 2016/17 Seasons
Hong Kong, September 1, 2014
Natixis, the corporate, investment management and financial services arm of Groupe BPCE, is proud to announce its title sponsorship of the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) Rugby Sect[...]
John Wade appointed Head of Syndicate/MTN Desk, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, July 29, 2014
John Wade has been appointed Head of Syndicate/MTN Desk, Asia Pacific. He reports to Devan Selvanathan, Head of Debt Platform, Asia Pacific.
Eddie Leung appointed Managing Director, Regional Head of Insurance Coverage, Financial Institutions and Public Sector, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong, July 9, 2014
Eddie Leung has been appointed Managing Director, Regional Head of Insurance Coverage, Financial Institutions and Public Sector, Asia Pacific. He reports to Daniel Yap, Regional He[...]
Natixis Global Asset Management Launches Office in Hong Kong
Paris, France, October 31, 2012
Natixis Global Asset Management (‘Natixis’ or ‘NGAM’), the world’s 13th largest global asset manager by AUM, today announced the launch of its office in Hong Kong, the firm’s fifth[...]
Hervé Housse appointed CEO of Natixis CIB Asia-Pacific
Paris, France, April 26, 2011
Hervé Housse was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Natixis’ Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) Asia Pacific, based in Hong-Kong. Previously, Hervé was Senior Country Manag[...]
Natixis voted Best arranger of Vietnamese syndicated loans
Paris, France, March 24, 2011
Natixis voted Best arranger of Vietnamese syndicated loans for 2010 by EuroWeekAsia.
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