• HKD 5B sustainability-linked and social loan strengthens Henderson Land’s ESG strategy and general funding needs.
• Customised performance targets align with Henderson’s 2030 sustainability vision and Hong Kong’s evolving ESG landscape.
• Loan proceeds to support community initiatives like Transitional Housing and Community Living Room projects.

DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited and Henderson Land Development Company Limited have finalized a landmark HKD 5 billion bilateral financing package, marking a strong alignment of capital with purpose.

The facility includes a HKD 2 billion four-year sustainability-linked loan (SLL), a HKD 2.9 billion five-year SLL, and a HKD 100 million social loan. All tranches are designed to meet Henderson Land’s general funding needs while driving forward its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments.

“DBS Hong Kong has long-term commitments in driving social developments and promoting sustainable economy,” said Boris Chan, Managing Director and Head of Institutional Banking Group at DBS Hong Kong. “This landmark transaction signifies the deep-rooted partnership with Henderson Land. We are proud to support Henderson Land’s ESG journey and to create a constructive environmental and social impact in Hong Kong.”

Proceeds from the social loan will go toward targeted projects such as Transitional Housing and Community Living Room initiatives. These projects aim to support underserved populations while enhancing urban livability.

In collaboration, the two companies developed tailored sustainability performance targets that reflect Henderson Land’s current ESG profile and 2030 goals.

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“Henderson Land has long been a pioneer in driving sustainable innovation within the real estate sector,” said Andrew Fung, Executive Director and CFO of Henderson Land. “This significant financing agreement with DBS Hong Kong reinforces our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, including reducing construction site accidents, while advancing our goals of sustained growth.”

DBS Hong Kong continues to expand its footprint in sustainable finance, structuring bespoke ESG-driven facilities across sectors and investing in community-forward initiatives. This deal signals a growing momentum for bilateral sustainable finance solutions in Asia’s capital markets.

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