Standard Chartered closes $435M sustainability-linked loan for COFCO International's agricultural supply chain

Standard Chartered announced the closing of a $435 million sustainability-linked loan with agri-business company COFCO International on March 19, 2026. This financing is structured with terms tied to COFCO International's performance towards climate adaptation and social goals within its agricultural supply chain. The loan includes margin adjustments based on two key performance indicators: increasing volumes of grains and oilseeds certified under recognized responsible agriculture standards, and strengthening supplier due diligence and labor safeguards in Brazilian soy and corn supply chains. This transaction represents Standard Chartered's first social resilience-themed sustainability-linked loan and is one of the first globally to integrate adaptation-focused resilience outcomes alongside social supply-chain safeguards. COFCO International stated that the facility reinforces its commitment to responsible sourcing and supply chain safeguards across key origination markets, supporting the expansion of certified sustainable agricultural supply chains.

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Standard Chartered

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Standard Chartered is a leading international banking group with a presence in 53 markets, primarily focused on Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The bank provides a full range of banking services, including corporate and institutional banking, project finance, and sustainable finance solutions, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure development.

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COFCO International

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