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Financing experts abroad

Exporters and importers benefit

Expansion of local consulting services in the target markets

Expanded advisory service

German exporters and banks have long relied on the Federal Government’s export credit guarantees — a trusted instrument for risk protection and financing. Outside Germany, however, the so-called Hermes Cover is still less well known, even though it offers importers significant advantages.

To strengthen international trade relations, advisory services are now being expanded in key global regions — including Southeast Asia, Abidjan, Dubai, India, and Latin America.

This initiative ensures that German exporters and financing banks have access to experienced local experts — providing tailored financing solutions, in-depth market insights, and hands-on support directly on the ground.

Financing experts for sustainable growth in international trade

WWith our financing experts, we strengthen access to export credit guarantees (Hermes Cover) directly in key target markets. On the ground — in Singapore (Southeast Asia), Abidjan (West and Sub-Saharan Africa), Dubai (MENA region), Mumbai (India), and via a “mobile desk” in Latin America — we provide tailor-made advisory services in export finance.

Our financing experts work closely with the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) and support importers, exporters, banks, and financial institutions. They help raise awareness of the benefits of German export credit guarantees, facilitate their application, and provide valuable insights into local market conditions.

The expanded advisory services include:

  • personal on-site support for project initiation, financing solutions, and discussions with local partners;
  • close coordination with the established advisory network in Germany to leverage synergies and ensure smooth cooperation;
  • regional expertise, including sound assessments of country and sector risks, financing conditions, and legal frameworks.

Together, we lay the foundation for sustainable growth in international trade and strengthen economic cooperation with Germany.

Experts with a regional focus

Our experts support importers and exporters with valuable insights for sustainable growth. Benefit from practical know-how based on in-depth market knowledge and many years of experience. Find out more about our expertise and regional focus - get in touch with us.

Latin America

Dörthe Arend

Mobile Desk

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+49 170 1232046

Middle East, North Africa

Eva Steinhaus

AHK UAE (Dubai)

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+971 52 2557725

West & Sub-Saharan Africa

Emilia von Mettenheim

AHK Côte d'Ivoire, Abidjan

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+225 07 157223 36

Southeast Asia, Bangladesh

Alexandra Lutz
AHK Singapore

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+65 6433 6330

Consulting expertise for climate policy-relevant
projects with a global reach

We support importers, exporters and banks from the initial consultation to the application stage for projects that fall under the "green" climate category - across all sectors and far beyond green energy. We assess environmental, social and human rights aspects as well as the eligibility of the transaction structure at an early stage. In this way, we create a sound basis for sustainable and climate policy-relevant investments worldwide.
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Annika Richter

Business Development Sustainable Projects

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+49 160 98513636

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Berkay Esinbay

Business Development Sustainable Projects

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ECA financing "Made in Germany"

Advantages for importers and exporters through Hermes cover
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How importers benefit

With the federal government behind them, the credit risk for importers is reduced - and this has a positive effect on financing conditions. Germany's excellent credit rating benefits the importer and in many cases makes financing possible in the first place. Export credit guarantees "Made in Germany" are therefore an attractive alternative to local loans or bond financing.

Further information on export credit guarantees for importers can be found on our information page for foreign customers:

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How exporters benefit

Financing issues play a decisive role in sourcing. Favorable financing through Hermes Cover increases the chances that the foreign customer will order directly in Germany. An export credit guarantee significantly improves the competitiveness of German exporters by providing financial security and facilitating market access.

Further information on export credit guarantees for exporters can be found on our information page for export customers:

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