BNK Busan Bank Celebrates 59th Anniversary, Strengthens Maritime and Industrial Finance

by SEOYOUNG LEE Posted : October 23, 2026, 10:36Updated : October 23, 2026, 10:36

BNK Busan Bank held a ceremony on October 23 at its headquarters in Busan, attended by over 400 employees, to celebrate its 59th anniversary.

During the event, the bank reflected on its growth alongside the local community over the past 59 years and shared its management direction to adapt to the changing financial environment.

BNK Busan Bank plans to focus on strengthening its competitiveness in maritime and industrial finance by ensuring a stable revenue base through rigorous risk management and profitability-centered operations, while leveraging the industrial characteristics of Busan and the southeastern region.

In the maritime finance sector, the bank aims to expand its financial support beyond ship financing to include ports, shipbuilding, and shipping. In the industrial finance sector, it will enhance support for local advanced industries and innovative companies.

Additionally, the bank intends to improve operational efficiency by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies, while also developing financial experts in key areas such as asset management, corporate finance, and investment finance. A preventive management system focused on protecting financial consumers will also be strengthened.

Kim Sung-joo, president of BNK Busan Bank, expressed gratitude to customers and the local community for their trust over the past 59 years, stating, "We will continue to prioritize customer trust as our foremost value and strive to provide financial services that empower the local economy and enhance customer satisfaction."





* This article has been translated by AI.