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New €215m facility by IFC, Deutsche Bank aims to enhance trade in Africa
To support financing for importers and exporters in Africa, especially in fragile and conflict-affected states, IFC has partnered with...
Jun 28, 20241 min read


EKH eyes stock exchange listing to fund expansion of container depot network
Eng Kong Holdings (EKH), Singapore's largest container depot operator, has applied for a listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to raise...
Jun 19, 20241 min read


Proxtera and Chongqing Yumaotong Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd Partner to Revolutionize Cross-Border Trade for Chongqing SMEs
Proxtera, a leader in trade, finance, and digital innovation services, has announced a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...
Jun 10, 20241 min read


Bringing trade into the Web 3.0
In August 2023, a pioneering group of Singaporean and Indian companies and banks completed the world's first fully paperless cross-border...
May 28, 20241 min read


ADB & Citi Sign Agreement to Support SMEs and Boost Trade Through Supply Chain Financing
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Citi have joined forces through a master risk participation agreement to enhance access to supply...
May 6, 20241 min read


Maritime-focused venture capital fund reaps rewards in Singapore
For many tech startups focusing on maritime and trade solutions, funding can be hard to come by. The maritime industry is perceived as...
Apr 9, 20241 min read


iCustoms.AI raises US$2.2m to revolutionize trade compliance with AI
iCustoms.AI has recently secured $2.2 million in funding for its AI-powered trade compliance solutions. The company aims to simplify...
Mar 28, 20241 min read


TradeTrust: Seamlessly Ensuring Authenticity for Smarter, Safer Trade
The global trade industry, one of Singapore's most crucial, is home to dangerous waters where fraud risk is a key concern. In response,...
Mar 19, 20241 min read


Sidra Capital Launches Singapore- based VCC for Cross-Border Commodity Supply Chain Investments
Sidra Capital, a prominent Shari’ah-compliant asset management firm regulated by the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority, has...
Jan 31, 20241 min read


Now is the time to digitalise trade finance and restore confidence
Trade finance is the vital force behind the global economy, ensuring the smooth flow of US$25 trillion worth of goods annually. It...
Nov 15, 20232 min read


GTR Asia 2023
Celebrating a fantastic close to a successful GTR Asia - Trade, treasury, commodities and fintech conference event with over 1500...
Sep 7, 20231 min read


Tradetech Drinks 2023
Here's to the recent GTR Ventures night in Singapore! From #tradetech to #tradetrust, from tech for trade to trade for tech, thank you to...
May 14, 20231 min read


GTR Drinks in Singapore
A great evening in Singapore as usual, in and around trade, supply chain and trade finance! Friends, new and old, gathered around our...
Apr 21, 20231 min read


Fast-tracking blockchain use for interoperable and inclusive trade
Blockchain is transforming global trade by fostering integration, interoperability, and inclusivity. As it evolves with the next internet...
May 11, 20221 min read


After $9 Billion Credit Hit, Banks Seek Trade Finance Revamp
Over the last 6 years, trade finance creditors have seen cases of alleged fraud, forgery, and questionable accounting practices amount to...
Jul 8, 20201 min read


Reefknot Investments and SGInnovate-Backed Logistics & Supply Chain Think Tank GESCT Rebrands to NEXST
Next Supply Chain (NEXST) is a Singapore-driven global ‘think tank’ initiative. It brings together among the world’s top minds in...
Jun 4, 20205 min read


Channelling Capital for the Greater Good
"Venture investment platforms like us, specialised in trade and SMEs, will be instrumental in reaching the UN's Sustainable Development...
Oct 22, 20191 min read


GTR Ventures Announces Three New Deals During Singapore Fintech Festival
From left to right:Â Poh Teck Tan, EVP, GTR Ventures; John Khaw, CEO, Lucidity Digital Pte Ltd; Rupert Sayer, CEO, GTR Ventures; Sopnendu...
Nov 12, 20184 min read


GTR Ventures Makes First Africa Investment
VENTURE-BUILDING FIRM BACKS DIGITAL TRADE AND INVESTMENT PLATFORM ORBITT. ​ London/Singapore – October 30 2018: GTR Ventures, the world’s...
Oct 30, 20182 min read


GTR Ventures Announces Debut Investments in Five Trade FinTechs
London/Singapore Mar 12, 2018 — GTR Ventures, the world’s first investment and venture-building platform specialized in trade and supply...
Mar 12, 20184 min read
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