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Last week’s Grand Sumo Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall in London was a moment to celebrate Japanese tradition, discipline and cultural identity while bringing one of the world’s oldest sports to a global audience. MUFG was proud to be a main sponsor of this five-day basho which saw over 40 sumo wrestlers fight it out for the winner’s trophy. We were also honoured to have rikishi Wakamotoharu Minato join us in our London office to share his insights on work-life balance and how to stay focused under pressure. We would like to extend our thanks to the Royal Albert Hall, Askonas Holt and Japan Sumo Association, and all those involved in making the tournament such a great success.

MUFG Canada welcomed ten female high school students to our Toronto office for an engaging Job Shadow Day, organized annually by VersaFi (formerly WCM). As a proud host participant since 2022, MUFG provided the students with real-world exposure to finance and banking through interactive sessions—including speed mentoring, career-focused presentations, and an intern showcase. By connecting students with hands-on experiences and relatable role models, MUFG continues its commitment to investing in the next generation of talent and inspiring future leaders in the financial sector. #CareerExploration #Mentorship #FinanceCareers #NextGenTalent #MUFGCanada #JobShadowDay #InvestInYouth #LeadershipDevelopment

This month marks the one-year anniversary of MUFG’s Growth and Middle Market Technology (GMMT) Banking team in EMEA — and what a year it’s been! Since launching in 2024, the team has supported more than 8 innovative, high-growth clients, helping them scale with tailored financing solutions to fulfil their strategic growth goals. Under the leadership of Adam Ball, the team has grown rapidly, delivering on MUFG’s ambition to be the go-to banking partner for mid-market tech companies across the region. Last week, to celebrate this milestone, MUFG gathered clients and stakeholders from across the technology ecosystem at an event in London. Conversations focused on collaboration as the key to driving the future of the technology sector. Adam Ball, Head of GMMT Banking EMEA, said: “This is a very exciting time to be building something new at MUFG. I’m incredibly proud of the team we’ve assembled and the clients we’ve supported. Our goal is simple — to grow alongside our clients and help them achieve their strategic ambitions. “With a focus on bespoke lending, risk management, and global banking solutions, here’s to continued momentum, new partnerships, and even greater impact into year two and beyond.” #tech #technology #growth

In the latest edition of our “MUFG in Conversation’ series, Priya Rajan from our Tech Banking team dives into a riveting discussion with Steve Abbott, Partner at Sapphire Ventures about The State of the SaaS Capital Markets: Investing Through Cycles & Navigating the AI Paradigm Shift. View/listen here: https://lnkd.in/gey5PeWM #MUFGinConversation #TechBanking #insights #thoughtleadership

We are pleased to share the remarkable achievements of the 11th Three-Month Intensive Program (TIP) held from May to August 2025. Thirty-six participants from outside Japan engaged in hands-on training at 25 departments within the Tokyo Head Office, gaining insights into headquarters' perspectives and operational methods. This program aimed to support career development and business growth for both dispatching and receiving departments. Feedback from participants included aspirations to become bridges between head office and their dispatching departments and to pursue senior management positions within the #MUFG group and partner banks. The program also featured various events to deepen participants' understanding of MUFG. Branch visits in Tokyo provided valuable insights into Japan's retail business. Discussions with managements in Head Office explored global mindsets, while sessions with the Corporate Planning Division Sustainability Office and Branding Department enhanced understanding of MUFG's sustainability initiatives and core values. The knowledge, experience, and networks gained through TIP are just the beginning of their long-term career journey. We are excited to see how each of them will leverage these insights and skills to drive innovation and success within MUFG. 

In the latest edition of our “MUFG in Conversation” series, Priya Rajan from our Tech Banking team dives into a riveting discussion with Navneet Govil, Executive Managing Partner at SoftBank Investment Advisers, about Venture Visionaries: Insights from a Global CFO. View/listen here: http://ms.spr.ly/6042s1mj0 #MUFGinConversation #TechBanking #insights #thoughtleadership

MUFG EMEA offers our congratulations to Iberdrola and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) on the successful close of a EUR 4.1 billion project financing for the East Anglia Three offshore wind farm. The offshore wind farm will have an installed capacity of 1,400 MW and will be operational by the end of 2026. The transaction, which was 40% oversubscribed, is one of the largest of its kind to date and will cover a substantial part of the total investment in the project, estimated at approximately EUR 5.2 billion. MUFG EMEA acted as Financial Advisor, Mandated Lead Arranger, Original Senior Lender, Inflation Hedge Coordinator and Bridge Loan provider. The Bridge Loan, which covers the constructions costs, amounting GBP 2.4 billion, was 50% subscribed exclusively by MUFG. Stephen Jennings, Head of Energy Structured Finance, MUFG EMEA, said: “Congratulations to Iberdrola and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) on this significant project. Our robust knowledge of the offshore wind market ensured we could address challenges and offer tailored solutions whilst managing the complex requirements of large scale energy projects.” Genoveva Ramon-Borja, Head of EU Corporate Coverage, MUFG EMEA said “We are delighted to have supported Iberdrola and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) with this landmark transaction with a high-profile advisory mandate. We were pleased to commit 50% of the Construction Bridge loan, highlighting the sizeable balance sheet support that our institution can deliver when MUFG is leading transactions.” Bosco López-Aranguren, Global Head of Structure Finance, Iberdrola, said “It has been a real pleasure to work with MUFG as Financial Advisor and we would like to express our gratitude to the MUFG team for their expertise and valuable support throughout this process. The strong interest and support from the 24 lenders underpin the attractiveness of EA3 and the confidence in the UK offshore market.”

We are proud to announce the launch of a new Sustainable Finance Framework (“the Framework”), jointly established by MUFG Bank and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The Framework defines the sustainable finance requirements for co-financing to be provided by MUFG Bank and its partner banks Krungsri (Bank of Ayudhya, in Thailand), Bank Danamon (Indonesia), VietinBank (Vietnam), Security Bank (the Philippines), and their consolidated subsidiaries (collectively, “Partner Banks”) with JICA.  This framework has been evaluated by Moody’s, an independent third party, and designed to support sustainable development initiatives across emerging markets by providing financing solutions aligned with international principles for sustainable finance. It will serve as a critical platform for structuring blended finance transactions that mobilize private capital towards projects with meaningful environmental and social impact. This initiative reflects our strong commitment to shaping a more inclusive and resilient sustainable economy and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We look forward to working closely with JICA to scale up sustainable finance and realize a sustainable future. #SustainableFinance #ESG #SDGs #JICA #MUFG #Krungsri #BankofAyudhya #BankDanamon #VietinBank #SecurityBank

Before we celebrated our 100 MUFG Excellence Award winners, CEO Kevin Cronin hosted a town hall at The Edition in downtown Tampa. CHRO Mary Hoerle moderated an inspiring panel featuring some of our award winners. Special thanks to Leigh Tomlinson, Hayden Rosenthal, Heather Mason, Thomas Kainamura, and Samuel Izenson for their wisdom on what it means to be a leader.

We honor the significance of Juneteenth by reflecting on the origins of the holiday and freedom in our communities, country, and the world. Whether you observe Freedom Day by celebrating, learning about its history, or giving back in your community, we join you in commemorating this special day. #Inclusion #Juneteenth #FreedomDay