They have supported the Swedish export industry with financing for over 50 years. SEK was founded jointly by the Swedish government and major Swedish banks in 1962, but since 2003 SEK has been wholly owned by the Swedish government.

SEK has 256 people employed with a passion for the Swedish export industry. Their job is to finance exports.

SEK finance swedish export
With the help of SEK’s financing, international buyers can obtain loans to purchase Swedish goods and services, in both good and bad economic times.

SEK also lend directly to Swedish exporters so they can continue to grow their businesses. SEK is tasked by the Swedish government to offer Swedish exporters long-term financial solutions.

They are one of a number of organizations that work together to help Swedish companies win international tenders. SEK is an independent institution that is owned by the Swedish government and acts as a complement to banks.

They are focused solely on lending to the Swedish export sector. In 2016 they lent a total of Skr 55 billion.

A collaborative approach
Many of SEK’s staff have a background in exports or banking. They understand what’s needed to finance export sales. They also recognize that financing is often key to securing a sale.

Much of their success in lending is based on collaborating with other organizations. They partner with banks and other financial institutions in over one hundred countries.

Sustainability
SEK contributes to global sustainability goals through the management of sustainability risks and by offering financing to Swedish environmental expertise in the world.