ING takes a majority share in the Dutch start-up Cobase, which helps multinationals access their accounts at various banks and financial institutions, providing insight.

Having seen many proofs of concept and pilots, the trade commodity finance industry is ready for action with the launch of komgo, a blockchain-based venture that will transform the sector.

ING is making a multi-million euro investment in Black Bear, a circular company based in Nederweert, Limburg, which converts used car and truck tires into raw materials for new products.

The Dutch government has announced ambitious climate targets for the Netherlands. The emission of greenhouse gases needs to be reduced by 49% by 2030 compared to the base year 1990. In 2018, this target will be translated into a new climate agreement and embedded in a climate law.

You may have considered offering your products as a subscription. It seems consumers are fine with just having the benefits of a subscription – such as to music – rather than owning goods. You may consider this for two reasons: because you believe it will be an economic success, or because you want to add to a more circular economy.

Global Trade Review magazine has announced the winners of the GTR Leaders in Trade Awards 2018. ING was named winner for Best Commodities Trade Finance Bank in the world during an award ceremony held in London on 26 April.

Despite the recent rise in protectionist sentiment, Eurozone growth is showing some real momentum. Capacity constraints are close to being reached, and if the strong demand for new orders is to be filled, investment will be a necessity. Read the report.

ING has tested the application of blockchain technology in trade finance in partnership with consortium R3 and trade finance platform TradeIX. The initiative, called Marco Polo, allows trade participants to connect in real time and automate financing before and after shipment, making trade finance safer, simpler, and more flexible.

24 January 2018 - A survey (not published) held by ING Bank and Illuminate Financial has found that fintechs and banks believe they are partners in disrupting the financial services market.

ING Corporate Finance was recognised as the best Benelux M&A Financial Adviser of the Year 2017 by Mergermarket.