- Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited, known as Krungsri, is a key player in Thailand’s banking sector, providing comprehensive financial services since 1945.
- Led by Mr. Kenichi Yamato, the bank has earned recognition for its sustainable finance initiatives, winning prestigious awards.
- Through innovation and strategic financial counsel, Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited continues to drive growth and set industry standards in Thailand’s banking landscape.
Established on January 27, 1945, Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited, operating under the name Krungsri, has solidified its position as a commercial partner for businesses in Thailand’s banking sector. With its ordinary shares listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in 1977, Krungsri stands as the fifth-largest bank in the country, boasting a comprehensive suite of banking services tailored to both commercial enterprises and individual customers.
Leading sustainable finance initiatives
Under the adept leadership of Mr. Kenichi Yamato, President and Chief Executive Officer, Krungsri has recently garnered prestigious accolades, including the esteemed “Best Bank for Sustainable Finance” award from The Asset Triple A Awards for Sustainable Finance 2024.
“Our success in sustainable finance reflects our unwavering commitment to providing comprehensive and efficient financial solutions that meet the diverse needs of our customers.” See also: Commerce closes AI chip overseas subsidiary loophole.
Mr. Prakob Phiencharoen, Krungsri Head of Corporate and Investment Banking Group
Krungsri’s success extends beyond the “Best Bank for Sustainable Finance” award, with the bank receiving additional recognition for its contributions to sustainability on both national and international stages. Notable awards include the “Best Green and Blue Bond” for Thailand’s inaugural green and blue bond, aimed at supporting climate change management and marine resource conservation, and the “Best Sustainability-Linked Loan” award for its role in facilitating sustainability-linked loans for leading corporations like Thai Union Group Public Company Limited and SCG Packaging Public Company Limited. See also: Ziggo group appoints leaders ahead of 2027 Amsterdam listing.
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Driving innovation and growth
In addition to its expertise in sustainable finance, Krungsri excels in delivering financial products and services, including investment banking advisory services, which have earned the bank accolades in business consultancy. Notably, Krungsri was awarded the “Best Bond Adviser – Domestic” and the “Best New Bond” awards from The Asset Triple A Awards 2024. See also: Why CFOs, not just CTOs, should care about their IP inventory.
About Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited
Established in 1945, Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited (BAY) is the fifth-largest bank in Thailand. Listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand in 1977, it offers a full range of banking services to commercial and individual customers, embodying reliability and innovation in the financial sector. See also: Third-party data centre fire forces Google Cloud outage.
