South Indian Bank and Northern Arc Capital join hands to set new benchmarks in the financial sector

South Indian Bank has formed an association with Northern Arc Capital aiming to explore and maximise commercial prospects by combining efforts in loan origination, underwriting, disbursement, collection, and reconciliation procedures. The collaboration will concentrate on co-lending and partnership lending activities, as well as facilitating smooth loan transfers between banks and originators. This collaboration has been formalised with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), demonstrating both institutions’ commitment to a mutually beneficial partnership.

The cooperation represents a shared commitment to leveraging synergies, expertise, and resources to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of lending operations. South Indian Bank and Northern Arc Capital have joined forces to capitalise on new market trends, diversify their portfolios, and provide innovative financial solutions to a larger consumer base. The cooperation will allow South Indian Bank to use nPOS, Northern Arc’s unique technology platform for co-origination, co-lending, and pool buyouts, as well as interact with numerous originators for loan origination, underwriting, disbursement, and reconciliation.

P R Seshadri, MD and CEO, South Indian Bank said, “This alliance with Northern Arc Capital serves as a compelling testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and sustained growth. As we unite our respective strengths, our collective aim is to forge a formidable presence in the financial sector. This collaboration is poised not only to drive enhanced value for our customers but also to create tangible benefits for our stakeholders. By leveraging the synergies inherent in this alliance, we look forward to pioneering innovative solutions and setting new benchmarks within the dynamic landscape of the financial industry.”

Ashish Mehrotra, MD & CEO, Northern Arc Capital Ltd, shared his perspective on the partnership, stating, “We are delighted to partner with South Indian Bank in advancing their digital initiatives. nPOS is tailored to cover the full gamut of retail asset classes. With the ability to handle large number of loans, personalized offerings, and an intuitive user interface, nPOS aims to simplify the interactions amongst borrowers, originators, and lenders. The extensive reach of South Indian Bank coupled with Northern Arc’s experience in structured finance aims to create a powerful synergy. By joining forces, South Indian Bank and Northern Arc Capital aims to capitalize on emerging market trends, diversify their portfolios, and provide innovative financial solutions to a broader customer base.”

The collaboration between South Indian Bank and Northern Arc Capital is aimed to create an ecosystem that promotes innovation and allows the seamless flow of credit across many sectors. Both institutions are certain that this cooperation would boost their market positions and help the financial industry grow tremendously.