Dubai, UAE – Emirates NBD Bank announced the completion of the first sustainable two-tranche bond issue worth $1 billion.
This is within the framework of its Euro Medium-Term Bonds (EMTN) programme.
It includes a blue tranche worth $300 million for three years, and a green tranche worth $700 million for five years.
This is the largest issuance of blue bonds of its kind in the UAE and the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
As well as the largest issuance of two-tranche blue-green bonds issued by a financial institution in the world.
The bank said in a statement that through this issuance, it confirms its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Issuance proceeds are allocated to support Goal (14) Underwater Life and Goal (13) Climate Action.
The structure of the two-tranche bonds reflects the Group’s innovative approach to sustainable finance and diversification of the investor base.
In addition to directing revenues towards protecting the marine environment, sustainable water projects, and green initiatives.
In line with Emirates NBD’s Sustainable Finance Framework, updated in November 2025.
The offering received strong interest from global investors interested in environmental, social and corporate governance standards.
This reflects Emirates NBD’s strong confidence in its creditworthiness, its market-leading position, and its unwavering commitment to its sustainability program.
