Financing solutions for
Southeast Asia and Bangladesh
Unlock opportunities and manage risks – export financing solutions for your business
Competent on site - Singapore
Since July 2023, business administration graduate Alexandra Lutz has been working as a financing expert in Singapore. With a regional mandate, she supports German export business in Southeast Asia and Bangladesh.
As an expert, she is familiar with the diverse interests and needs of foreign buyers, local and export-financing banks, and German exporters – including those with operations in the region.
As the central contact for financing solutions, she helps make export transactions more secure and competitive by arranging appropriate financing and risk-mitigation instruments and aligning the interests of all parties involved.
She performs this multifaceted role every day with dedication and passion for sustainable business development.
Get in touch: +65 6433 6330
Advice and protection for your successful market entry in the Southeast Asia and Bangladesh regions
In-depth local expertise is essential in the dynamic markets of Southeast Asia and Bangladesh.
Alexandra Lutz advises German exporters and export-financing banks on the ground, develops tailor-made financing solutions, and assists foreign importers in gaining access to the Federal Government’s Export Credit Guarantees.
By participating in trade fairs, delegation trips, and through targeted networking activities, she builds valuable links between German companies, local banks, and business partners.
In doing so, she fosters sustainable business relationships and facilitates market entry for German exporters in the region.
With the Export Credit Guarantees of the Federal Government, German companies benefit from comprehensive protection against commercial and political risks, while importers gain planning certainty through secured financing solutions.
In this way, Alexandra Lutz helps enable secure, efficient, and successful export transactions – right on site.
Export opportunities in the region
Opportunities & potential
"The ASEAN region is one of the fastest-growing economic areas worldwide, with strong demand for infrastructure, technology and sustainable solutions. This offers significant opportunities for German exporters."
Trust & proximity on site
"Many exporters value the fact that I am on the ground – joint customer visits make all the difference. This enables us to discuss financing options directly and develop tailor-made solutions."
Financing offers as a competitive advantage
"A structured financing offer backed by an export credit guarantee can be a real door opener in Asian markets – particularly in a region where payment terms are often decisive for purchasing decisions."
News and publications
ECG Report 357
November 6, 2024
Export financing in Asia: ECA-covered financing - flexible products and local presence as success factors
ECG Report 345
September 25, 2023
Competent on site - Alexandra Lutz new financing expert in Singapore
#3 Export Echo
In conversation with Alexandra Lutz about growth in the ASEAN region
Major projects in Southeast Asia and Bangladesh
Country information | Southeast Asia and Bangladesh
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