BBVA partners with Olea to expand global supply chain finance

By Vriti Gothi

BBVA has partnered with Olea, a digital platform focused on international trade finance and risk management, to expand its global Supply Chain Finance (SCF) services.

This collaboration enables BBVA to deliver data-driven financing solutions tailored to the needs of globally operating enterprises, positioning the bank at the forefront of next-generation trade finance.

By integrating Olea’s digital infrastructure with BBVA’s international banking expertise, the partnership introduces a powerful model that extends SCF support far beyond BBVA’s traditional markets in Europe, the United States, and Latin America. The enhanced offering delivers a scalable and adaptable platform capable of serving clients across a broader spectrum of trade corridors, with a strong emphasis on emerging markets and Asia.

The solution is distinguished by deep operational integration between BBVA’s and Olea’s commercial teams, enabling execution and shared visibility throughout the financing process. Leveraging real-time data, the platform provides sophisticated risk assessment tools that empower clients to navigate the complexity of global trade with increased confidence. Its streamlined architecture ensures fast implementation and high responsiveness, delivering a flexible, transaction-specific experience without sacrificing control, transparency, or regulatory rigour.

The joint offering directly addresses one of the most persistent gaps in international trade: financing access for mid-sized suppliers outside their home markets. Olea’s platform consolidates financing, compliance, and credit assessment into a single digital flow, enabling BBVA to deliver inclusive solutions that support all tiers of the supply chain, including those operating in complex or emerging jurisdictions.

With operations spanning more than 70 trade corridors, Olea brings significant reach and technological depth to the partnership. BBVA, in turn, reinforces its position as a trusted financial partner for internationally ambitious companies seeking frictionless access to capital, enhanced operational efficiency, and long-term strategic support.

Looking ahead, the alliance is poised to expand its scope further with innovations such as sustainability-linked finance structures, AI-enhanced credit scoring models, and Shariah-compliant SCF frameworks.

In collaboration with Olea, the bank is delivering the infrastructure, insights, and agility that today’s enterprises need to thrive in tomorrow’s global economy.

Eva Rubio, Head of Global Transaction Banking at BBVA, said, “In an environment marked by geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain finance has become a key tool to enhance the resilience and competitiveness of companies. With this alliance, we strengthen our ability to support our global clients with innovative, comprehensive solutions prepared to tackle the challenges of international trade.”

Amelia Ng, CEO of Olea, said, “This alliance is not only about expanding access to finance but about building a clear and scalable bridge between global buyers and their supply chains. Together with BBVA, we are fostering a more inclusive, sustainable, and connected trade ecosystem.”