NatWest is delighted to have been named Global Finance’s Best Trade Finance Bank in the United Kingdom for 2026, as part of the publication’s 26th annual World’s Best Trade Finance Providers awards. The recognition highlights our commitment to supporting UK corporates as they navigate global markets and manage the complexities of international trade.

Global Finance’s annual awards programme is one of the most respected benchmarks in the industry. Winners are selected by an editorial review board, with input from analysts, corporate executives and technology specialists. Institutions are assessed on criteria including transaction volumes, global reach, customer service, competitive pricing and technological innovation. Being selected through such a rigorous process underscores the strength of NatWest’s trade proposition and the trust placed in us by customers across the UK.

At NatWest, we help businesses trade with confidence as they navigate new markets, supply chain pressures and global uncertainties. Our trade finance support is designed to simplify processes, improve efficiency and strengthen resilience.

We continue to enhance our approach to ensure customers benefit from smoother, more secure and more sustainable ways to trade – working closely with partners and clients across the ecosystem. We’re also committed to supporting the transition to a more sustainable future, helping businesses build more transparent and responsible supply chains where appropriate.

Guillaume Fleuti, Head of Large Corporates at NatWest, commented: 

We are honoured to receive this recognition and remain committed to helping UK businesses unlock new opportunities and grow with confidence on the global stage.