Nanterre, 18th March 2024
BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions announced the appointment of Neil Pein as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 18, 2024. Pein succeeds Isabelle Loc, who has been promoted to Head of Commercial & Personal Banking in France and will join the BNP Paribas Executive Committee.
Pein, previously Head of Payments for BNP Paribas, brings extensive experience within the Group to his new role. He will report to Thierry Laborde, Chief Operating Officer of BNP Paribas and Head of Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS).
“With his extensive experience in the Group, Neil has all the qualities needed to support the development of Leasing Solutions, a business in which he knows the challenges and the teams. I’m sure that Neil will be able to take up the torch from Isabelle, who has successfully led the transformation of this business at the heart of the real economy,” said Thierry Laborde.
Neil Pein, 42, had held the position of Head of Payments for BNP Paribas since 2021, where he played a pivotal role in the business’s transformation. He rejoined the Group in 2018 and was instrumental in the creation of Axepta BNP Paribas, a business line serving retailers. Additionally, he spearheaded the development of “New Digital Business,” a unit that unites payment-related Fintechs within the Group, including Nickel, Floa, and Lyf.
Prior to BNP Paribas, Pein began his career in financial markets with Goldman Sachs. He joined BNP Paribas in 2007 as an equity derivatives trader before transitioning to the Group’s Financial Management department from 2013 to 2016. During this period, he focused on acquisitions, divestments, and capital optimization initiatives. In 2016, he was appointed Sales Director at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions for technology equipment leasing in France.
Neil Pein holds a Master of Science degree from New York University and is a graduate of Ecole Polytechnique.
About BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions
At BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, we offer capital efficient business equipment financing solutions in key sectors including agriculture, construction, transportation, materials handling, ICT, healthcare and green tech. Drawing on our proud 70-year history, our partners and clients rely on our market expertise, asset know-how and advisory services to propel their growth, transformation and transition to a low carbon circular economy. We are present in 17 countries across Europe and Turkiye, employing over 3000 experts. We also offer vendor finance solutions in the USA and Canada in partnership with Bank of Montreal, and in China through Jiangsu Financial Leasing.
In 2023, we advanced over €15.5 billion in asset finance and presently manage a €39.6 billion leased asset portfolio. BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions is fully owned by BNP Paribas and is positioned within the Group’s Commercial, Personal Banking & Services division.
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BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions receives Vendor Finance Provider and Best Energy Transition Financing Programme(s) awards at the Leasing Life Conference & Awards 2023.
The ceremony, hosted on 9th November 2023 in Budapest, Hungary, marked the 20th anniversary of the prestigious awards which recognise the achievements of the key players in the European asset finance industry.
Scooping not one, but two fiercely contested awards, the accolade of Vendor Finance Provider is in recognition of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions’ enduring commitment to its extensive network of equipment manufacturers and suppliers across Europe and beyond – supporting investment in essential business assets to boost growth and drive innovation.
The Award for Best Energy Transition Financing Programme(s) reflects BNP Paribas’ dedication to supporting partners and clients on their journey to net-zero.
Commenting on the two awards, Pascal Layan, Deputy CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions said:
“To be recognised as Vendor Finance Provider highlights our unwavering commitment to partnerships, a core company value that drives us forward. To win the Award for Best Energy Transition Financing Programme(s) for the second year in a row emphasises our dedication to supporting our partners and their clients in their sustainable transition.
I want to thank our teams whose hard work fuels our success, and to our partners and clients who consistently place their trust in us. Together we are contributing to a sustainable and prosperous future.”
The awards ceremony was preceded by a conference at which Pascal Layan hosted an insightful and panel discussion with key members of the BNP Paribas’ team on a wide range of topics including business growth, new business models, digitalisation and sustainability.
Our joint venture partner, 3stepIT, also enjoyed well-deserved success on the night, securing the Best ‘ESG/Sustainability’ Initiative of the Year.
Discover the other awards that we’ve received over the years.
On June 19th, the 19 members of our Executive Committee made a strong commitment by signing the #NeverWithoutHer charter from BNP Paribas. This charter aims to promote the representation of women in the public sphere and has also been signed by 72 individuals across all the countries where our company is present.
On June 19th, the 19 members of our Executive Committee made a strong commitment by signing the #JamaisSansElles (never without her) charter from BNP Paribas. This charter aims to promote the representation of women in the public sphere and has also been signed by 72 individuals across all the countries where our company is present.
Signing this charter means committing to be agents of change. We pledge to actively encourage women’s participation in all events and to promote their visibility and influence within and outside the company.
Joining this charter is not just a symbol; it is an additional concrete action to build a professional environment where women are represented, heard, and respected.
This issue is everyone’s issue, so we invite every employee to individually support this initiative by actively participating in the implementation of this charter in our daily practices. It is through our collective and individual commitment that we will make a significant difference for gender equality.
BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions claims European Lessor of the Year and Best Energy Transition Financing Program of the Year awards at the Leasing Life Conference & Awards 2022.
In a ceremony hosted on 15 November 2022 at the George V hotel in Paris, Leasing Life, Europe’s leading asset finance journal, recognized the efforts and successes of the industry’s main players.
Against tough competition, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions was singled out for its comprehensive product offer, advances in digitalization and innovation in sustainable finance. The judges were particularly impressed with the integrated One Bank model that allows BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions to draw on the vast expertise and capabilities of the BNP Paribas Group to deliver an unrivalled, fully integrated offer across its partner and client base.
Commenting on the two awards, Pascal Layan, Deputy CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions said: “To be recognised as the European Lessor of the Year for a record 7th time is just a remarkable achievement. It’s a very clear vote of confidence in the strength of our business model, our teams and the expertise we bring to the asset finance market. To also win the Best Energy Transition Financing Program award, in the first year for this award category, shows that our efforts in supporting the Group’s ambition to be a leading player in sustainable financing is paying dividends. I want to thank and congratulate our entire team on winning these awards.”
The awards ceremony was preceded by a conference during the day where William De Vijlder, Chief Economist at BNP Paribas and Pascal Layan presented their thoughts and insights in to the current economic environment, and the role of leasing during this period of uncertainty.
Additionally, 3stepIT, the leading provider of technology lifecycle management solutions and partner in the BNP Paribas 3 Step IT Joint Venture also secured the award for Best Circular Economy Model, edging out CSI Leasing and Societe Generale Equipment Finance to take the honours.
Discover the other awards that we’ve received over the years.
BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, European leader in professional equipment finance, announces the appointment of Andrey Maramzine as Chief Sustainability Officer–, with effect from 2nd May 2022. In his new role, Andrey joins the Executive Committee of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions and reports to Isabelle Loc, CEO of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions.
As the CSO, Andrey will be responsible for building, deploying and promoting BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions’ sustainability strategy. His mission will be to accelerate and streamline the existing sustainability initiatives while developing additional structural actions in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Integrating sustainability in all aspects of our business and supporting our clients and partners in their energy transition and increasing their positive impact is a top priority for the BNP Paribas Group and BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions. The creation of the CSO role is a testament to its strategic importance for our business and Andrey with his leadership and skill set will accelerate our ambitions.”, said Isabelle Loc, CEO, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions.
Andrey first joined BNP Paribas in 2005. Since November 2018, he has been an Equity and Investment Financial Analyst with ESG expertise within the Economics and Strategy research department of CIB Global Markets. He is a tenured member of the French Society of Financial Analysts (SFAF) and is a Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA) from the European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies. He also holds the CFA Certificate in ESG Investing from the CFA Institute.
Andrey studied at HEC Paris and Sciences-Po Paris.
As the European leader in asset finance, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions supports the growth of its clients and industrial partners by offering rental and finance solutions with services for their professional equipment.
At the heart of the usage economy, we provide businesses with the flexibility they need to remain competitive and grow in a sustainable way.
Our 3,700 experts support our clients’ and partners’ growth by offering them an increasingly digitalised experience.
In 2020, we financed 310,000 projects for a total volume of 12.8 billion euros in 20 countries, in Europe and also Asia, the United States and Canada.
Find out more on leasingsolutions.bnpparibas.com/en
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Pierre-Henri de la MARANDAIS –+33 (0)1 41 97 18 54 – pierre-henri.delamarandais@bnpparibas.com
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At the Global Capital European Securitization awards held in London on 27th April, we received the Debt Issuer of the Year Award for our first ever securitization operation that was conducted at the end of 2021.
Organised by Global Capital, these awards bring together over 300 market participants together. The Awards are a result of a comprehensive process of market research including an online poll and pitches.
By giving us this awards, Global Capital recognised the standard of our pitch. They also appreciated the innovative nature of our securitization operation. Indeed, the EUR 500 million transaction was the first ever public securitisation on professional equipment leasing contracts in Europe with a placement of all tranches to investors. The successful completion of this transaction allowed us to extend our service offering to the benefit of our clients, which consist mainly of mid-size companies and SMEs in the real economy. The deal attracted strong demand from investors and was oversubscribed across the capital structure.
The award was received by Isabelle Loc, CEO of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions on behalf of the company.
Find out more about our successfully closed securitisation operation.
At the 17th Leasing Life Conference & Awards held on 17 March in Barcelona, Spain, we received the European Leaser of the Year award for the sixth time since 2011.
Organised by Leasing Life, Europe’s leading magazine in the leasing industry, the Leasing Life Awards recognise the greatest achievements of the European equipment finance industry and bring together key market players.
By giving us this award, the jury once again reiterated our position as the European leader in professional equipment finance. With a presence in 20 countries across 3 continents, our teams support the development of our clients and partners with solutions that are both global and adapted to local specificities.
This award also recognises the diversity of solutions and services. We are the only player in the industry offering a range of solutions and services for each stage of the equipment life cycle and that respond to the different needs of our clients, partners and their distribution networks.
The award was received by Pascal Layan, Deputy CEO, and Pascale Favre, Head of the International Technology and Lifecycle Solutions Business Line.
The awards ceremony was preceded by a conference day during which Pascal Layan analysed the major post-COVID trends in the leasing market. Pascale Favre also participated in a roundtable discussion that addressed the lessons we learned from the pandemic.
Discover the other awards that we’ve received over the years.
Landmark deal offers enterprise clients access to sustainable technology and circular economy solutions
CaixaBank, the leading financial group in Spain, and BNP Paribas 3 Step IT have today announced a landmark partnership, giving CaixaBank’s professional clients access to innovative and sustainable IT solutions for the first time.
CaixaBank will provide its clients – corporate, mid-market, and public sector organisations – with BNP Paribas 3 Step IT’s Technology Lifecycle Management services, which simplify the acquisition, management and refresh of business technology.
Based on the principles of the circular economy, this solution also supports organisations seeking to decarbonise their operations as part of the net zero transition.
BNP Paribas 3 Step IT is a joint venture between BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, the European leader in professional equipment financing, and 3stepIT, an expert in the field of sustainable IT management. Through its innovative Technology Lifecycle Management offering, CaixaBank’s clients will now be able to acquire and manage business-critical IT devices such as laptops, PCs, smartphones, tablets sustainably and affordably. Clients can monitor every device using an advanced asset management platform and when they age, instigate the device renewal and refurbishment process.
Instead of sending the old devices to landfill, BNP Paribas 3 Step IT facilitates their secure return, refurbishment and resale, reducing carbon emissions and eliminating electronic waste, whilst improving IT operational efficiency.
This circular IT solution has been awarded the leasing industry’s highest accolade, Leasing Life’s Sustainability Award, and will now help CaixaBank’s clients to achieve their sustainability targets and net zero ambitions.
BNP Paribas 3 Step IT’s Technology Lifecycle Management service is certified as a Solar Impulse Efficient Solution. This certification recognizes solutions that bridge the gap between ecology and economy by offering opportunities for clean economic growth. It has also received the Grade A- in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Circulytics Assessment for its application of circular economy principles.
Through this partnership, CaixaBank confirms its commitment to helping companies to move forward in innovation and sustainability.
This partnership is a huge step forward in our ambition to be Europe’s leading provider of sustainable Technology Lifecycle Management solutions. More importantly, it means that through CaixaBank, a leading bank in the Spanish market, companies across Spain will now have access to sustainable IT solutions and can make a meaningful contribution to the global net zero transition. We are delighted to find a partner that shares our passion for the circular economy and wants to offer its customers smart, efficient and sustainable business solutions.” said Carmen Ene, CEO de BNP Paribas 3 Step IT.
“The partnership with BNP Paribas 3 Step IT enables us to incorporate into our portfolio of services a solution that combines a profound knowledge of technology through an international team of experts, comprehensive adaptation to customers’ needs and a circular economy model that ensures the reuse of equipment and the reduction of environmental impact. As a result of this, CaixaBank has become Spain’s first major bank to offer a specialised technology leasing product, with a level of quality and service that has never been seen before in the sector.” said Xavier Oms, Director of CaixaBank Equipment Finance.
CaixaBank is a world leader in sustainable financing. The bank mobilised 31,375 million euros both in sustainable bonds and loans in 2021, which is 150.8% higher than the previous year. CaixaBank has also achieved the highest recognitions as a leading company in sustainability, environmental management and climate change, such as the inclusion in the 2021 edition of the A List, the global disclosure system’s best possible classification by CDP. Additionally, for the tenth consecutive year CaixaBank remains on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) as one of the world’s most sustainable banks.
BNP Paribas 3 Step IT is part of the BNP Paribas Group, a world leader in sustainable finance. Since 2020, the bank has dedicated 188 billion euros to investments and financing with a positive impact and direct SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) contribution. It is a member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and the TCFD (Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures). It has been awarded World’s Best Bank for Sustainable Finance by Euromoney in 2021 and Bank of the Year for Sustainable Finance by IFR in 2020. It is the 1st French bank and 3rd worldwide in the Corporate Knights’ 2020 ranking for the “Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations”.
CaixaBank is the leading financial group in Spain. After its merger with Bankia, the bank has assets of €680.03 billion, making it Spain’s largest bank, and one of the leading banks in Europe. CaixaBank also has a strong presence in Portugal, where it controls 100% of BPI.
The Group, chaired by José Ignacio Goirigolzarri and led by Gonzalo Gortazar, has 20.7 million customers and the largest commercial network in Spain and Portugal, and it is a leader in digital banking with 73.1% of clients being digital.
For further information: http://www.caixabank.com
BNP Paribas 3 Step IT makes IT more sustainable.
The joint venture offers complete Technology Lifecycle Management solutions that include refurbishing devices at the end of the contract to give them a second life and minimise the environmental impact, playing an active role in the circular economy.
The alliance brings together BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, European leader in professional equipment financing, and 3stepIT, an expert in the field of sustainable IT management.
BNP Paribas 3 Step IT already operates in France, Italy, UK, Germany, Belgium, The Netherlands, and now Spain, with further expansion planned.
Find out more at: https://bnpparibas-3stepit.com/
Solene Tatton Brown: Solene.Tatton-Brown@3stepit.fr
Elodie Antoine: Elodie.antoine@bnpparibas.com
BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, European leader in professional equipment finance, announces the successful issuance of its first securitisation on behalf of its affiliate BNP Paribas Lease Group SA.
The EUR 500 million transaction is the first ever public securitisation on professional equipment leasing contracts in Europe with a placement of all tranches to investors.
We are very pleased with the strong reception that this transaction has seen in the market and the trust that investors have shown in the platform. The success of this first transaction will allow BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions to extend its service offering to the benefit of its clients, which consist mainly of mid-size companies and SMEs in the real economy.” declared Isabelle Loc, CEO of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions.
Transaction details
As the European leader in asset finance, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions supports the growth of its clients and industrial partners by offering rental and finance solutions with services for their professional equipment.
At the heart of the usage economy, we provide businesses with the flexibility they need to remain competitive and grow in a sustainable way.
Our 3,700 experts support our clients’ and partners’ growth by offering them an increasingly digitalised experience.
In 2020, we financed 310,000 projects for a total volume of 12.8 billion euros in 20 countries, in Europe and also Asia, the United States and Canada.
Find out more on leasingsolutions.bnpparibas.com/en
Follow us on Twitter, Linkedin and YouTube
Pierre-Henri de la MARANDAIS –+33 (0)1 41 97 18 54 – pierre-henri.delamarandais@bnpparibas.com
Jérôme GOAER – +33 (0)6 61 61 79 34 – j.goaer@verbatee.com
Aline BESSELIEVRE – +33 (0)6 61 85 10 05 – a.besselievre@verbatee.com
