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InterTradeIreland - Funding Advisory Service Workshop

Funding Advisory Service Trilogy of Funding Webinars 2020 - Ireland

The SBCI is delighted to take part in the ''Funding for the Future Government and Bank Supports'' (part one) Webinar on 8 September 2020.

Funding Advisory Service Workshop - Galway

The Funding Advisory Service is aimed at SMEs who are looking for new or alternative sources of funding to finance business growth. This Workshop delivered by Grant Thornton on behalf of InterTradeIreland will give SMEs the opportunity to find out about the main sources of funding for growth suitable for your business and will include information on both traditional bank funding and the newer types of funding that are now available in the market.

InterTrade Ireland - Funding Advisory Service Workshop

Funding Innovation - Expert Insights & Stories

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland - Funding Advisory Service Workshop

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland Funding Advisory Workshop

InterTrade Ireland - Funding Advisory Service Workshop Limerick

IRDG Funding & Collaboration for Innovation conference

LEO Monaghan ''Go Green - Green Funding & Tax Reliefs''

LEO Monaghan ''Go Green - Green Funding & Tax Reliefs''

SBCI urges SMEs to explore new sources of funding

Capitalflow announces €75m Asset Finance funding to SME customers

Capitalflow announces €75m Asset Finance funding to SME customers at 25% rate discount under Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme (UCGS)

SBCI allocates additional €200m to AIB for low-cost funding for Irish SMEs

First Citizen has repaid its €40m loan Facility from the SBCI following the company's recent raising of commercial funding

SBCI sources €450 million in new funding to meet strong SME demand for low-cost loans

16 December 2016: The SBCI has obtained a further €450 million in funding to facilitate the growing demand for SBCI loans and bring its current funding capacity from its original €800 million to €1.25 billion.

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Finance Ireland announce €50m in new funding for Irish SMEs

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) launches €400 million of low-cost, long-term funding for SMEs

Masterclass | Which SBCI Funding Support is Best for Your Business

Masterclass | Which SBCI Funding Support is Best for Your Business

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Finance Ireland announce €75m in new funding for Irish SMEs

SBCI and EIB sign funding agreements to facilitate Future Growth Loan Scheme

28 January 2019 – In the context of the announcement earlier this month of an open call inviting banks and other lenders to take part in the Scheme, the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) has today detailed the signing of two funding agreements to facilitate the Future Growth Loan Scheme.

The SBCI is delighted to launch new funding for Irish SMEs with a €50m equipment, machinery and vehicle programme through specialist SME lender Capitalflow

Capitalflow is a recently established non-bank lender that will act as on-lender of €50m provided by the SBCI to give SMEs access to new forms of lower-cost funding for new and used equipment, machinery and vehicles. Capitalflow & SBCI-backed leasing and hire purchase products will be available immediately, with further details...

Bibby Financial Services Ireland and SBCI launch new Trade Finance product as part of its €70m funding facility for Irish SMEs

Ability to buy and sell goods before needing to pay for them will enhance Irish SMEs’ capacity for international trade ahead of Brexit

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and First Citizen Finance announce €50m in new lower-cost funding for Irish agri-business SMEs

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) teams up with Ulster Bank to provide €75m in new lower-cost funding to Irish SMEs

SBCI teams up with Permanent TSB to provide €50m in new low-cost funding to SMEs

Permanent TSB is the 5th bank to join the €800m Future Growth Loan Scheme and becomes the SBCI’s 12th on-lending partner

SBCI partners with Microfinance Ireland to provide €30m in new lower-cost funding to Irish small businesses

SBCI partners with Microfinance Ireland to provide €30m in new lower-cost funding to Irish small businesses

SBCI announces new partnership with Close Brothers to bring €30m in new low-cost funding to Irish SMEs

Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme Information Webinar

Informative webinar on the Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme.

The SBCI and SME Finance & Leasing announces an additional €10m in lower cost funding for SMEs throughout Ireland

Government Signs Funding Agreement with the European Investment Fund (EIF) for the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Supporting 23,000 Irish SMEs with €925m in new lending

2017 was a transformative year for the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI).

SBCI supports over 21,000 SMEs with loans totalling €855m

SBCI and FEXCO Asset Finance announce €70 million in specialist leasing finance for Irish SMEs

29 November 2016: The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and FEXCO Asset Finance today announce a new funding package of €70 million that will allow Irish SMEs to borrow at a lower cost for specialist equipment and vehicles.

SBCI and Bibby Financial Services Ireland launch €45 invoice financing fund for Irish SMEs

SBCI and Merrion Fleet announce new €25m fleet finance fund for Irish SMEs

The SBCI is delighted to announce new partnership with SME Finance & Leasing Solutions DAC

SBCI publishes 2020 progress update and new strategy for 2020-2025

MERITS - Finance Option for StartUps and SMEs

All-Ireland Business Summit 2022

An event featuring financing experts and organisations that invest in small and start-up businesses

Ballina Chamber of Commerce: "Business Showcase Event"

Ballina Chamber of Commerce: "Business Showcase Event"

Leasing and Hire Purchase

Flexible funding solutions, including leasing, hire purchase and rental schemes for assets such as cars and commercial vehicles

Helping Irish SMEs meet their Brexit Challenges

The €300m Brexit Loan Scheme, which was launched by the Irish Government last week will be a highly effective support for businesses.

SBCI seeks lending partners for new €300 million Brexit Loan Scheme

SBCI seeks lending partners for new €300 million Brexit Loan Scheme

SBCI names 3 lending partners for €150m Agriculture Cashflow Support loan scheme

Low cost loans will be available this week through AIB, Bank of Ireland and Ulster Bank.

Accessing Finance Quickly - North West Business Recovery

The SBCI was delighted to take part in the Webinar “Accessing Finance Quickly - North West Business Recovery” hosted by the Chartered Accountants Ireland North West Society (Donegal) on the 25th of June.

SBCI publishes its Mid-year 2020 update

Tánaiste Welcomes Credit Union Participation in COVID-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme

Debt / Equity fundraising and grant supports for (early stage) ICT companies

This ArcLabs free virtual event will deliver valuable insights and discussions on topics that are particularly important to early-stage ICT companies.

Government Agrees Extension to €2bn Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme

Bibby Financial Services Ireland Join €2bn Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme

DCU National Centre for Family Business - Accessing Financial Supports for your Family Business

Tánaiste announces Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme extension

Tánaiste announces Covid-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme extension

Permanent TSB Joins Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

Permanent TSB Joins Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

SBCI 2021 Year-end Statement

SBCI 2021 Year-end Statement

SBCI 2021 Year-end Statement

SBCI 2021 Year-end Statement

Local Enterprise Week: "Show Me The Money"

An afternoon online seminar featuring financing experts and organisations that invest in small and start-up businesses

Invitation for Pre-Qualification to deliver the Retrofit Loan Guarantee Scheme

The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) is launching an Invitation for Pre-Qualification to identify interested On-Lenders to deliver a new Scheme aimed at supporting consumers and small landlords who wish to invest in the energy efficiency of a residential property(ies).

Government Launches Further Low-Cost COVID-19 Loan Scheme

Government Launches Further Low-Cost COVID-19 Loan Scheme to Help Businesses

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue announce first lender to the market for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue announce first lender to the market for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme. Scheme will provide reduced interest rate loans to small businesses, farmers and fishers.

Open Call for Expression of Interest to deliver the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Open Call for Expression of Interest to identify and select On-Lenders to deliver the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme.

ELTI celebrates its 10th anniversary

ELTI celebrates its 10th anniversary - Dario Scannapieco (Italy CDP) appointed as new ELTI President

Government and EIB Group confirm support for new low-cost Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme

AIB launches SBCI Future Growth Loan Scheme

The SBCI is delighted that AIB confirmed its participation in the Government of Ireland’s ‘Future Growth Loan Scheme,’ which is designed to provide support to SME and Agri businesses.

Ulster Bank is now accepting applications for the Future Growth Loan Scheme Fund

The SBCI is delighted to announce that, from today, Ulster Bank is accepting loan applications for the Irish Government’s ‘Future Growth Loan Scheme,’ a €300 million loan scheme delivered by the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI).

Leasing and Hire Purchase

Flexible funding schemes, including leasing, hire purchase and rental schemes, for assets including cars and commercial vehicles.

KBC Bank Announces €50m SBCI Future Growth Loan Scheme Fund

KBC Bank Ireland is now accepting applications for Future Growth Loan Scheme Fund. The SBCI is delighted to announce that KBC Bank has confirmed its participation in the Government of Ireland’s ‘Future Growth Loan Scheme’. The scheme, which will see the roll out of an overall fund of €300 million delivered by the SBCI and supported by the European Investment Fund, is available to businesses that meet SBCI eligibility.

Bank of Ireland Launches SBCI Future Growth Loan Scheme Fund

Future Growth Loan Scheme aims to support SME's and agricultural investments.

SBCI issues open call for lending partners for new €300 million Future Growth Loan Scheme

21 January 2019: The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) has issued an open call inviting banks and other lenders to take part in the Future Growth Loan Scheme, which is being developed by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE) and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in partnership with the Department of Finance, the European Investment Bank Group (EIB) and the SBCI.

SBCI seeks lending partners for new €300 million Future Growth Loan Scheme

SBCI seeks lending partners for new €300 million Future Growth Loan Scheme

SBCI seeks lending partners for new €150 million low-cost agri-loan scheme

SBCI urges businesses to take action to address Brexit cashflow issues

Supports available to help businesses through uncertain times

Open Call for expression of interest to deliver the Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

The SBCI has today issued an Open Call for expression of interest to deliver the new Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

Guaranteed Irish - Recovery Webinar

Brexit Impact Loan Scheme - Amendment to Open Call for Expression of Interest

Amendment to the Open Call for expression of interest to deliver the Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

Capitalflow repays its €50m loan Facility from the SBCI

Capitalflow repays its €50m loan Facility from the SBCI following the company's recent merger with leading EU Fintech bunq.

Open Call for expression of interest to deliver the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

Open Call for expression of interest to deliver the SBCI SME Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Finance Ireland announce new €75m low-cost lending fund for SMEs

Finance Ireland repays its latest €75m loan facility from the SBCI

Finance Ireland repays its latest €75m loan facility from the SBCI

Minister Coveney, McGrath, and McConalogue announce first lender to the Market for €500 Million Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Minister Coveney, McGrath, and McConalogue announce first lender to the Market for €500 Million Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Ministers Richmond, Carroll MacNeill and Heydon welcome the Credit Unions to the market for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

Ministers Richmond, Carroll MacNeill and Heydon welcome the Credit Unions to the market for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme. The Scheme provides attractive terms and conditions and reduced interest rate loans to small businesses, farmers and fishers.

Retrofit Loan Guarantee Scheme Open Call - Notice of Cancellation and Withdrawal

Retrofit Loan Guarantee Scheme Notice of Cancellation and Withdrawal of Invitation for Pre-qualification and Invitation for Award.

Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme - Open Call for Expression of Interest

Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme - Open Call for Expression of Interest

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue welcome AIB as lender for the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue welcome AIB as lender for €500 million Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

SBCI 2023 Year-end Statement

Linked Finance joins the Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

Linked Finance joins the Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

New low-cost Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme launched by Minister Ryan, Minister McGrath and Minister Richmond

New low-cost Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme launched by Minister Ryan, Minister McGrath and Minister Richmond. Government-backed €500 million scheme will support homeowners to invest in energy efficiency. From today, homeowners can borrow from €5,000 to €75,000 at significantly lower interest rates to make their homes warmer and cheaper to run.

Fexco Asset Finance & SBCI Announce a €30 Million Increase in Fund

Fexco Asset Finance & SBCI Announce a €30 Million Increase in Fund for Specialist Leasing Finance for Irish SMEs to deliver €70 million over 6 years

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SBCI publishes 2019 progress update and 2018 annual report and accounts

The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI), Ireland’s national promotional institution for low-cost flexible funding for SMEs, has today published a 2019 progress update and its 2018 annual report and accounts.

SBCI publishes 2018 progress update and 2017 annual report and accounts

The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI), Ireland’s national promotional institution for low-cost flexible funding for SMEs, has today published a 2018 progress update and its 2017 annual report and accounts.

The SBCI has published its annual report and accounts for 2016

The SBCI has published its annual report and accounts for 2016

SBCI publishes progress report to end of 2016

1 March 2017: The Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) today published a progress update for 2016 which shows that more than 12,500 SMEs have now drawn down €544 million in lower cost SBCI loans.

Investment Plan for Europe: EIF and the SBCI sign an agreement to provide €100 million for Irish SMEs

The European Investment Fund (EIF) and the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) have signed the first COSME agreement in Ireland.

SBCI supports 8,619 SMEs with loans totalling €347m

SBCI supporting Midlands businesses return to growth

Over 1600 Irish SMEs benefit from Strategic Banking Corporation loans in its first four months

Press Release SBCI Results to June 2015

SBCI Data Protection Statement

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SBCI seeks lending partners for expanded Brexit Loan and Covid-19 Working Capital schemes

Minister Donohoe appoints former European Investment Bank executive Marguerite McMahon to the Board of the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI)

Government Launches €500 million Long-term lending for SMEs, Farmers and Fishing

€2 billion COVID-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme Open

SFA Business Connect 2021 - 11th February

Linked Finance FREE Webinar - Strategies for Business Recovery and Growth in 2021

County Wexford Chamber - Tips for how businesses can grow their way out of this pandemic

SBCI Annual Report & Financial Statements 2020

The SBCI has published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2020.

The SBCI and Fexco Asset Finance announce €40m extension to SME lending partnership

The SBCI and Fexco Asset Finance announce €40m extension to SME lending partnership

AIB is now open to loan applications under the Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

AIB is now open to loan applications under the Brexit Impact Loan Scheme

Fáilte Ireland "Energy Management Made Easy for Tourism Businesses" webinar

Fáilte Ireland "Energy Management Made Easy for Tourism Businesses" webinar

SBCI launches €150m low-cost loans for SMEs to cut their energy costs and reduce carbon emissions

SBCI launches €150m low-cost loans for SMEs to cut their energy costs and reduce carbon emissions

Enterprise Nation "Access to Finance: Invoice & Revenue-based finance" webinar

Enterprise Nation "Access to Finance: Invoice & Revenue-based finance" webinar

SBCI is delighted to welcome the addition of Capitalflow as a partner for the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

SBCI is delighted to welcome the addition of Capitalflow as a partner for the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

Business Beyond Borders a Digital Business Ireland Event

''Business Beyond Borders'' a Digital Business Ireland Event

SBCI welcomes AIB to the Energy Efficiency low-cost loan scheme

SBCI welcomes AIB to the Energy Efficiency low-cost loan scheme

Enterprise Nation event - Access to Finance

Term Loans

Low-cost flexible term loans dedicated to start-up and micro-enterprises

Previous SBCI Loan Schemes

Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

Low-cost finance to fund working capital and investments for businesses, including primary producers, impacted by the economic consequences of the conflict in Ukraine.

Fexco Asset Finance joins the SBCI's Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

Fexco Asset Finance joins the SBCI’s Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

The SBCI welcomes Finance Ireland to the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

The SBCI welcomes Finance Ireland to the Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue welcome AIB as lender for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme

Ministers Coveney, McGrath and McConalogue welcome AIB as lender for €1.2bn Ukraine Credit Guarantee Scheme. Scheme provides reduced interest loans to SMEs, farmers and fishers.

Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

A long-term low-cost scheme to support eligible businesses, including farmers and fishers, when investing in their growth and resilience or climate action and environmental sustainability.

Finance Ireland becomes first non-bank lender to join Government’s low-cost Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme for SMEs

Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme

Low-cost finance for eligible applicants to fund retrofitting of their properties for energy efficiency and decarbonisation purposes.

PTSB joins the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

PTSB joins the Growth and Sustainability Loan Scheme

Low-cost just got lower with two more banks offering loans under the Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme

With interest rates as low as 3%, homeowners can borrow from €5,000 to €75,000 to make their homes warmer and more energy efficient

Green Transition Finance

Flexible lending to support the green and sustainable transition of SMEs and Small Mid-Cap companies.

SBCI and BVP launch €50m Green Transition Finance product

SBCI and BVP launch €50m Green Transition Finance product to support Irish businesses in achieving sustainability goals

Staffing, energy costs and access to finance are biggest worries for Irish SMEs, SBCI survey reveals

 Strong preference among Irish SMEs for green investments that reduce energy costs  61% of Irish SMEs have reduced or stopped importing supplies from Britain post-Brexit but 34% have reduced or stopped exporting there