EBL celebrates 100th structured finance deal milestone
Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has achieved a major milestone as its Structured Finance Unit successfully closed its 100th deal in September 2025, marking a significant achievement in its journey of providing advanced financial solutions to businesses across Bangladesh.
Since its inception, EBL's Structured Finance Unit has arranged over BDT 260 billion in total deals, including USD 887 million in foreign currency financing, supporting large-scale industrial, infrastructure, and development projects.
To commemorate the occasion, a celebration was held at the EBL Head Office in Gulshan, attended by Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director; Riad Mahmud Chowdhury, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Corporate Banking; Md Ehethesham Rahman, Head of Relationship Unit; Fahmida Rahman, Head of Structured Finance; and other senior officials.
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Speaking on the achievement, Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director of EBL, said, "Reaching our 100th structured finance deal is not just a numerical milestone. It reflects the team's dedication to delivering sophisticated financing solutions across diverse industries, driving business growth and contributing to Bangladesh's economic development."
He added that the success underscores EBL's leadership in structured and project finance, demonstrating the bank's commitment to innovation, client-centric service, and sustainable economic progress.
EBL's Structured Finance Unit continues to play a pivotal role in arranging syndicated loans, project finance, and foreign currency facilities, supporting both public and private sector initiatives that foster long-term growth and industrial development.
