Norfund

Norfund is a government development finance institution and economic development agency based in Oslo, Norway, established in 1997. It provides equity, risk capital, and loans to companies and projects in developing countries, focusing on markets where private capital is scarce and economic development can be accelerated. The organization aims to reduce poverty and promote sustainable growth by investing in sectors and regions with high potential, notably Sub-Saharan Africa, parts of Southeast Asia and Central America, and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises through minority investments and SME funds. It collaborates with local entrepreneurs and institutions to strengthen local capital markets and create lasting economic impact.

Anders Blom

Investment Manager

Fay Chetnakarnkul

Regional Director - Asia

Mark Davis Ph.D

Investment Director

Carlos Escobar

Senior Investment Manager, Financial Institutions

Naana Winful Fynn

Regional Director - West Africa

Pal Helgesen

Investment Director

Athivadee Panuvatvanich

Investment Associate

Ellen Rasmussen

Executive Vice President, Green Infrastructure and Scalable Enterprises

Kjell Roland

Managing Director and CEO

Lisa Thomsen

Senior Investment Manager, Clean Energy

Kristoffer Valvik

Investment Manager

Past deals in Myanmar

Yoma Bank

Funding Round in 2020
Yoma Bank Limited is a leading domestic bank based in Yangon, Myanmar, established in 1993. The bank offers a range of banking products and services aimed at meeting the needs of its customers. It has made substantial investments in key areas such as technology, people, and corporate governance to enhance its operational capabilities. Recently, Yoma Bank has focused on upgrading its credit risk management and finance functions, improving treasury operations, and developing new banking products. Additionally, the bank has implemented a new core banking system to streamline its processes and better serve its clientele.

Yoma Micopower PDF

Private Equity Round in 2017
Electricity infrastructure development is a priority for Myanmar to drive economic growth. According to the World Bank only 16 percent of rural households in Myanmar are connected to the power grid1. The demand for power far exceeds the available production capacity, resulting in regular blackouts. The limited production and distribution of power severely hamper economic development and the powering of telecommunications towers.

Myanmar Finance International

Seed Round in 2015
Myanmar Finance International Ltd. (MFIL) was established on September 1, 2014, through a partnership between Myanmar Finance Company Limited, a local entity, and Myanmar Investments Limited, a Singaporean firm. Based in Yangon, MFIL operates as a microfinance institution, offering financial services to small businesses and entrepreneurs. The company specializes in providing microfinance solutions that enable clients to develop and expand their enterprises without the need for physical collateral. Additionally, MFIL provides deposit-taking services, allowing clients to securely save their funds while accessing essential financial support to grow their operations.
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