Iain Hawthorn, Regional Manager - International Commercial Banking

Excellence in International Banking

Issued by HSBC Bank plc.  We are a principal member of the HSBC Group, one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations with around 8,500 offices in 86 countries and territories. AC17935.

The HSBC Group plc

With around 8,500 offices in over 86 countries & territories, HSBC is a dominant force in the global banking market. Our international pedigree and capital strength has seenthe group establish itself as one of the largest bank’s in the world.†

As a leading global institution, we are acutely aware of the challenges facing clients in this ever changing environment.

At HSBC we pride ourselves on our ability to provide clients with an holistic approach to banking whilst ensuring we maintain the highest level of local knowledge.

†Rated the world’s largest bank, Forbes Global 2000 List, 2009

†Rated the world’s largest company, Forbes Global 2000 List, 2008

Global distribution – International network

Key• HSBC Group Offices

We touch most geographies – what about you?

Our International Specialism

Strategic A dedicated relationship manager focussing solely on international customers

Knowledge

Network

Support

Fulfillment

A value adding strategic partner who has a deep understanding of both your business and the international markets in which you operate

We leverage our own global network to facilitate and develop cross border activity to support our customers' international strategies

Dedicated, highly skilled relationship team who ensure all your day to day banking requirements are met

Priority delivery of product, service and support through all banking delivery channels

HSBC total offering

The core relationship team delivers the entire bank solutions effectively and efficiently.

HSBC’s streamlined structure ensures customers always receive first class coverage from a single dedicated International Commercial Banking team.

The customers central contact point will be responsible for bringing the bank to the customer, ensuring seamless and rapid response to needs.

Our International Specialism

International Trade and Supply Chain

HSBC Invoice Finance

HSBC Global Markets

HSBCnet

Global Transaction Banking

International Trade & Supply Chain

“International trade is the passport to growth – 88% of businesses who do trade internationally see it as being pivotal to their success.”HSBC’s Going International

Report, Aug 2009, B2B International Ltd.

Full Supply Chain Solutions to facilitate structured international trade, aid cashflow & supplier/buyer relations

Flexible trade lines tailored to your trade cycle

Multi-lingual International Banking Centres across the globe.

International Business Accounts domiciled in the UK and/or abroad in any currency & all on 1 online platform

Working partners of the UKTI & ICC

Awarded the Best Trade Finance Provider 2009 by Global Finance for the 3rd successive year

HSBC Invoice Finance

Unrivalled capacity & the UK’s largest provider of International Invoice Finance, helping our clients sell around the world.

Trade Finance Award Winners: Best Factor 2003–2008

Largest single provider of non-recourse (credit-protected) invoice finance facilities in the UK

Awarded “Best Factoring Institution 2009” in the Trade Finance awards for excellence for the 7th successive year

Up front, open & transparent pricing policy; all agreed in advance

Internet Invoice Finance is a market leading secure internet system that keeps you in control of your facility

HSBC Global Markets

HSBC ranks among the premier providers of FX services globally, delivering first class value to customers through price, brand, product and service.

Foreign Exchange, Managing Currency Risk and Money Markets

Regional specialists work to develop risk strategies that suit your business

Manage FX on-line – get indication / execution rates in real-time with Get-Rate functionality on HSBCnet and BIB

Dealing in more than 70 currencies via major / local trading floors

Market analysis & research

Best Bank for FX for Corporates – FX Week Awards 2009

HSBCnet – unparalleled online banking

An internet based cash management and payments service appropriate to business customers with complex requirements.

Umbrella solution for the Bank’s Payment & Cash Management, Trade, FX & Securities systems

Browser-based (ASP) delivery

– channel - access anytime,

– anywhere

Real-time information

Strong security

Flexibility - Multiple-users, multiple companies, multi-lingual & fully customisable

– authorities/reporting

Global Transaction Banking (GTB)

HSBC’s Global Transaction Banking business is a global product group specialising in trade & cash management services.

GTB offers banking services to clients at all levels of the commercial & corporate market, from multinationals to small businesses

A variety of solutions are available to improve the efficiency & effectiveness of your business transactions, both domestically & internationally

The business consists of:

– Cash & cheque processing

– Global electronic banking

– Payments processing

– Receivables management

– Trade Services

Our suite of products & services can be provided as a “packaged” solution or “tailored” to meet your business needs, both domestically & globally

Recent accolades

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UK’s Safest Bank, Global Finance - World’s 50 Safest Banks 2009

Global Bank of the Year 2009, Euromoney

Best Global Debt House, Euromoney

Best Global Transaction Banking House, Euromoney

World’s Best Internet Bank 2009, Global Finance

Best Factor 2009 (for 7th consecutive year), Excellence Awards

Best Trade Finance Provider 2009, Global Finance

Best Corporate & Institutional Internet Banking 2009, Global Finance

Best National Bank 2008, What Mortgage Magazine

Best Online Trade Finance Bank 2008, Trade Finance Awards for Excellence

Best Bank for FX for Corporates

Best Bank for FX in Asia-Pacific

Best Bank for FX Research and Strategy

Best Bank for Forward FX

Best Bank for Emerging Asian currencies

Best Bank for Emerging EMEA currencies

Best Bank for Emerging LatAm currencies