Nordic Investment Bank

Nordic Investment Bank is an international financial institution headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, that provides long-term loans and guarantees to both private and public sector clients. Established in 1975, it operates primarily in the Nordic and Baltic regions, with a mission to enhance competitiveness and environmental sustainability. The bank offers a variety of financing options, including corporate loans, sovereign loans, and loans for municipalities, as well as project and structured finance. It also engages in treasury operations and invests in green bonds issued by entities within its member countries. Nordic Investment Bank serves a diverse clientele, including governments, municipalities, small and medium-sized enterprises, and financial institutions, funding projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, transport, and telecommunications. Its operations extend beyond member countries to include projects in non-member regions across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. The bank's commitment to sustainability ensures that all financed projects align with its mission to foster a prosperous and sustainable Nordic-Baltic region.

Angela Brusas

Director, Funding and Investor Relations

Lars Eibeholm

Vice President and Head of Treasury

Jens Hellerup

Head of Funding and Investor Relations

Henrik Normann

President and Chief Executive Officer

Björn Ordell

Chief Financial Officer

Alexander Ruf

Director of Funding and Investor Relations

Past deals in Nordic Europe

Loomis

Post in 2022
Loomis AB provides comprehensive solutions for the distribution, handling, storage, and recycling of cash and other valuables. The company specializes in cash in transit, cash management services, and international logistics for valuables, primarily serving banks, retailers, and various operators. With a robust international presence, Loomis operates approximately 400 branches across 20 countries. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Loomis has a long-standing reputation in cash management, positioning itself as a leader in creating efficient cash flow systems tailored to the needs of its clients.

ESL Shipping

Debt Financing in 2022
ESL Shipping is a dry-bulk sea transport company. Their shipping ensures product and raw material transportation for industry and energy production year-round. The shipping company also offers services related to loading and unloading large oceangoing vessels at sea. They provide services that include sustainable shipping solutions, geared vessels, transshipments at sea, dry bulk and breakbulk, project cargoes, and shipments in arctic areas.

Terveystalo Healthcare

Debt Financing in 2022
Terveystalo is the largest healthcare service company in Finland. We offer a wide range of health, occupational health, medical care and research services as well as dental services in nearly 200 locations in more than 70 locations throughout Finland.

Northvolt

Debt Financing in 2020
Northvolt AB, founded in 2016 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializes in the manufacture of sustainable lithium-ion batteries tailored for various sectors, including automotive, grid, industrial, portable, and micromobility markets. The company focuses on developing eco-friendly battery solutions that feature a minimal carbon footprint and incorporate advanced recycling technologies. Northvolt provides a range of products, including battery cells, custom cells, and complete battery systems, all designed to support clean energy initiatives and facilitate the electrification of transport. By emphasizing research and development, as well as industrialization, Northvolt aims to establish a reliable supply of sustainable battery cells and systems, enabling industries to transition from fossil fuels to electric alternatives efficiently.

Atrium Ljungberg

Post in 2020
They are no ordinary property company. Buildings are naturally the basis of their operations, but their heart actually lies with the people who stay in them. Their goal is to create living environments that people want to and can stay in, now and in the future. Their main focus is on retail and office properties, but their environments also contain housing as well as cultural, service and educational facilities.
Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget (SCA) is a global company engaged in the development, production, and sale of forest products, wood products, pulp, and paper. Headquartered in Sundsvall, Sweden, SCA operates as Europe’s largest private forest owner, emphasizing sustainable forest management across its activities. The company provides a diverse range of wood products for the construction and home improvement sectors, including machined softwood, MDF, and decking materials. It also produces pulp products and various types of paper, including coated and uncoated printing papers and Kraftliner. In addition to these products, SCA offers logistics, warehouse, and IT solutions for the wood industry, as well as forwarding services across multiple transport modes. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, employing approximately 44,000 people and generating significant annual sales.

Elisa

Debt Financing in 2018
Elisa is a telecommunications and ICT company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, serving approximately 2.2 million customers, including consumers, corporate entities, and public administration organizations. The company operates in two primary segments: Consumer Customers and Corporate Customers. The Consumer segment offers a range of telecommunications services, including fixed and mobile subscriptions, digital services, cable TV, and entertainment options like Elisa Viihde and Elisa Kirja. The Corporate segment focuses on providing IT and communication solutions tailored for the digital environment, alongside fixed and mobile subscriptions. Elisa is recognized as a market leader in Finland, investing around 200 million euros annually in its operations. Collaborations with international partners such as Vodafone and Telenor enhance the global reach of its services. Founded in 1882, Elisa employs nearly 3,870 people and remains committed to developing innovative solutions for communication, learning, and entertainment.

Nokia

Post in 2018
Nokia is a Finnish multinational corporation that specializes in telecommunications and technology solutions. The company manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technologies, operating globally with a focus on converging the internet and communications industries. Its diverse product and service portfolio includes mobile broadband solutions, network implementation, and advanced technologies. Nokia is organized into four main segments: mobile broadband, global services, HERE, and technologies. The mobile broadband segment provides essential hardware and software for mobile voice and data services, while the global services segment focuses on network care, planning, and optimization. The HERE segment develops location-based services and local commerce solutions, and the technologies segment is involved in intellectual property rights and technology licensing. With major manufacturing facilities located in several countries, including China and Finland, Nokia continues to play a significant role in the telecommunications sector, serving customers worldwide.

Ericsson

Post in 2017
Ericsson, founded in 1876 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, is a leading provider of technology and services to telecommunications operators. The company specializes in mobile technologies such as 2G, 3G, and 4G, and supports networks serving over 2 billion subscribers. Its extensive portfolio includes mobile and fixed network infrastructure, telecom services, software, broadband, and multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises, and the media industry. Ericsson also focuses on emerging technologies through its investment arm, Ericsson Ventures, which targets areas such as Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The company operates in 175 countries and employs over 80,000 people, generating significant revenue from its diverse offerings. Through its innovation and sustainable business solutions, Ericsson aims to be a key player in the evolving communications landscape.

Apica

Venture Round in 2017
Apica provides the most effective technology for optimizing the performance of cloud and mobile applications. The Apica WebExcellence Suite offers companies and developers alike easy-to-use, cloud-based load testing and web performance monitoring tools to test applications for maximum capacity, daily performance, improved load times, and protection from peak load.