Standard Chartered provides insight into manufacturing sector funding
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited recently hosted the first edition of its Business Banking industry event, The Confluence, as part of its efforts to deepen sustainability in the Nigerian manufacturing industry and promote business financing. The event which took place
on May 17, 2019 in Lagos brought into perspective the growing demands in the industry.
Themed “The Path to Sustainable Manufacturing”, the event provided a platform for stakeholders in the manufacturing industry as well as key regulatory organisations such as NAFDAC, Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Institute of Exports Operations Management, Nigerian Export Promotions Council and the Nigerian Customs to identify points of collaboration to grow the Manufacturing sector in Nigeria.
The panel of experts came up with critical insights to boost the sector and the various supports and interventions available to the players, especially in these challenging times. The event created an avenue for these stakeholders to network and exchange invaluable industry intelligence.
Speaking at the event, Lamin Manjang, the Managing Director/ceo of manufacturing sector in driving economic growth in Nigeria, noting that access to market and financing are crucial to business development. He added that within the bank there are available solutions for clients that are hinged on its global expertise, network, capabilities and financial strength.