United Finance wins international corporate award in financing
United Finance PLC won the Corporate Award in Financing at 'The Future of Business: Innovation, Technology and Sustainability' conference, hosted by the Bureau of Business Research at the University of Chittagong.
The award was presented by Sheikh Bashir Uddin, Adviser to the Ministry of Commerce, Textiles and Jute, and Civil Aviation and Tourism, to Mohammed Abul Ahsan, Deputy Managing Director of United Finance PLC, at the closing ceremony in Chattogram.
Distinguished guests included University of Chittagong Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Muhammad Yeahia Akhter and senior officials from Sonali Bank PLC and the University.
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The two-day conference brought together scholars and industry leaders from Bangladesh and overseas to discuss innovation, technology, and sustainability in the business sector.
With 36 years of operations, United Finance serves underserved communities across 64 districts through 23 branches, maintaining a long-term AA+ credit rating and 'A' category share listing.
"We are honoured by this recognition," said Mohammed Abul Ahsan. "For over three decades, United Finance has empowered underserved customers by supporting employment, reducing our environmental impact, and nurturing entrepreneurs for inclusive growth."
In 2024, United Finance reported one of the industry's lowest non-performing loan ratios, continuing its recognition for governance, sustainability, and customer service.
The event also recognised Abul Khair Consumer Products Ltd, A K Khan & Company Ltd, BSRM Steels Limited, Ispahani, Dainik Purbokone, Rancon FC Properties Ltd, and Robi Axiata PLC for their outstanding contributions.
