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Project summary document

Project name:URSA Equity Investment
Country:Russia
Project number:34907
Business sector:Equity in banks
Public/Private:Private
Environmental category:FI
Board date:7 September 2004
Status:Signed
Date PSD disclosed:
Date PSD updated:
6 August 2004
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Project description
and objectives:

The proposed project envisages an equity investment in Sibacadembank to acquire 25% of voting rights plus one share in the leading private bank in western Siberia.  The investment will increase Sibacadembank’s capital base and is designed to support the bank’s growth as it expands its corporate and retail lending activities throughout its network of offices in Siberia.

Transition impact:

The project will promote financial intermediation and competition in the banking sector through its support of a private regional bank that is developing dynamically in its local market and expanding the range of banking products for its client base.  

EBRD participation in Sibacadembank is intended to set an example for other regional banks that a well-managed private bank can compete successfully in its market niche with state banks and banks which are members of industrial-financial groups.

By setting high standards for corporate governance the project is designed to assist Sibacadembank in meeting international standards of transparency and business conduct.

The client:

Sibacadembank is a universal bank established in 1990 in Novosibirsk which has developed rapidly over recent years to occupy a leading position in its local banking market.     Sibacadembank has one of the most widespread presences in Siberia, with seven branches, 28 sub-branches and 18 additional outlets in seven oblasts.  The bank is particularly well-placed to extend its retail banking and plastic card activities over the near term, while continuing to expand its lending to SMEs under the Russia Small Business Fund.  

EBRD finance:

Equity investment of up to US$ 9.8 million by means of subscription to newly issued ordinary shares.

Total project cost:

Up to US$ 9.8 million

Environmental impact:

Sibacadembank will be required to comply with EBRD’s Environmental Procedures for Intermediated Financing through Local Banks, including adherence to the Environmental Exclusion and Referral List, compliance with the applicable national environmental, health and safety legislation, and submission of annual environmental reports to EBRD.

Technical
cooperation:

None.

For consultant opportunities for projects financed by technical cooperation funds, visit procurement of consultants.

Company contact:

Mr. Ilya Mittelman, Deputy Chairman of the Management Board

e-mail: mitelman@mtbank.ru

telephone: +7 095 290 6500
fax: +7 095 290 6500

EBRD contact:

Tamara Kakuchaya, Operation Leader: kakuchat@ebrd.com

Business opportunities:

For business opportunities or procurement, contact the client company.

General enquiries:

EBRD project enquiries not related to procurement:
Tel: +44 20 7338 7168; Fax: +44 20 7338 7380
Email: projectenquiries@ebrd.com


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