OVER  ONE HUNDRED NCBA BUSINESS CUSTOMERS JET OFF TO CHINA FOR A MARKET FAMILIARIZATION TRIP

Lender organizes another market exposure trip for its SME and commercial enterprises clients

Over one hundred  NCBA  commercial and SME banking customers  have   started their trip to China, for a market exposure trip hosted by the bank.  The trip  will provide  them with a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most dynamic business hubs.   This  is a continuation of the market exposure trips organized by the bank since 2016 as   part of its    ongoing commitment to empower its SME and commercial enterprises clients by exposing them to global trade connectivity, emerging markets, and diverse industry opportunities.

Global trade powerhouse

NCBA business customers on this trip will not only be able to source for trading equipment and goods, but also receive firsthand insights into the latest business trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics that define China’s status as a global trade powerhouse.

Participants will have an opportunity  to engage with industry leaders, visit key business districts, and explore opportunities in sectors such as green energy, manufacturing, technology and  logistics   in major cities such as Hong Kong, Foshan, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.

The bank will provide, as a value add to the customers, a range of financial solutions to further support their  business growth. The solutions  include :   exclusive preferential foreign currency rates for USD, business banking loans, and financing options for imported goods. “ SMEs and commercial enterprises play a significant role in the development of Kenya’s economy. Therefore, we have innovated tailor-made financial solutions, experiences and opportunities for our customers, over and above core banking, as a catalyst to scaling their businesses,” said Mr. Tirus Mwithiga, Group Director, retail banking, NCBA. He added : “We are thrilled to offer our customers this invaluable opportunity to explore new business avenues and establish connections in one of the world’s leading trade hubs and we believe that the growth of our customers’ businesses through these global markets exposure will contribute directly to the bank’s growth and that of the country’s economy.”

The  twelve day trip will allow participants to engage in various business activities where they will attend the Canton Fair  and  visit manufacturing industries to forge strategic partnerships. They will also experience   China’s diverse culture and tourist attractions.

 The  trip’s    itinerary

9.10. 2024- Departure From Kenya

10.10.2024 – Arrival in Hong Kong

• Arrival at Hong Kong International Airport

• Welcome dinner and itinerary briefing

11.10.2024 – Hong Kong City Tour

•  Full-day city tour: Victoria Peak, Symphony of Lights, Victoria Harbor Cruise

12.10.2024 – Hong Kong to Shenzhen to Guangzhou

• Transfer to Shenzhen, company visit, panoramic tour

• Transfer to Guangzhou via Chinese Bullet Train, check-in at the hotel

13.10.2024 – Guangzhou Market Visits

• Visit various wholesale markets

14.10.2024 – Guangzhou Wholesale Markets

•  Market exposure visits

15.10.2024 – Canton Fair

•  Attend Autumn Canton Fair Phase I

16.10.2024 – Foshan Visit

• Visit Foshan Furniture Mall

• Visit ceramics and sanitary ware markets

•  Chimelong Circus Show

17.10.2024 – Guangzhou

• Leisure day for shopping or attending Canton Fair

•  Farewell dinner

18.10.2024 – Free day

Inspiring greatness

NCBA’s purpose is to inspire greatness. The  bank  continually drives  capacity building initiatives aimed at helping  its  business banking customers scale their businesses to the next level. Aligned to the bank’s purpose, SMEs yearning for greatness can reach out to their relationship managers to sign up for the next international market exposure trip. Potential customers can also  visit any NCBA Bank branch countrywide to open a business account so as to enjoy the invaluable benefits.