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Velkomst DNB Bank ASA
The OBAA is proud to welcome DNB Bank ASA as a new member of our association.
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DNB is Norway’s largest financial institution and one of the most significant Nordic banking groups globally. The Sydney Representative Office plays a strategic role in supporting Australian and regional clients, with core strengths across energy financing, seafood and aquaculture, shipping, offshore services and large‑scale corporate and institutional banking.
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DNB’s global reach and deep sectoral expertise bring a valuable international dimension to the OBAA network. Their presence strengthens the association’s representation of global financial institutions operating in Australia and supports our mission to foster cross‑border knowledge sharing and organisational connectivity.
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We warmly welcome DNB Bank ASA to the OBAA community.
AltX Joins OBAA
The OBAA is pleased to welcome AltX as the newest Corporate Member of our growing community of financial services leaders.
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AltX is a prominent player in Australia’s private real estate debt market, renowned for its data‑driven approach to credit assessment, robust origination channels and strong track record in delivering reliable, risk‑adjusted returns to investors. Their platform has become a trusted conduit between wholesale investors and quality real‑estate‑backed lending opportunities.
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AltX brings valuable expertise across private credit, alternative investment structures and property‑backed financing; areas that continue to reshape Australia’s banking and investment landscape while looking forward to AltX contributing to our events, discussions and industry initiatives throughout the year.
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Welcome to the OBAA community, AltX.
Welcome Kanebridge International
The OBAA is delighted to announce Kanebridge International as a Corporate Member of our association.
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Kanebridge International is a leading provider of global market insights, advisory services and strategic financial intelligence. Their work spans wealth management, property, private capital and cross‑border investment flows, supported by their broader Kanebridge media and research ecosystem.
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Their focus on thought leadership, innovation, and the intersection of finance and technology aligns closely with the OBAA’s commitment to fostering high‑quality professional dialogue within Australia’s international banking community.
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A warm welcome to Kanebridge International.
Renewed Ambition for OBAA
The Overseas Bankers Association of Australia is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a refreshed committee and a revitalised purpose.
KangaNews spoke to the association’s president – Robert Malone, who is also director, financial institutions at China Everbright Bank in Sydney – and John Frangulis, association secretary and treasurer at in1bank in Sydney, about plans to make the association more relevant and contemporary.