Bradesco Bank – the second largest private bank in Brazil, released information confirming the integration of the Marco Polo Network. The global trade finance network combines R3’s Corda blockchain technology and the TradeIX distributed trade finance platform to create a unique, paced process for financial institutions to utilize.

Marco Polo’s Network gives banks and other financial institutions the advantage of learning and exploring opportunities in blockchain technology prior to implementing strategic trade finance initiatives with the platform.

“Facilitating financial inclusion and supporting economic growth is one of our key priorities. Following the successful digitalization of our retail services, we’re now focused on leveraging the best technology to develop new trade finance solutions for our corporate banking customers,” said Roberto Medeiros, Bradesco’s Head of International and Trade Finance in the announcement.

“Our Research & Innovation Department carefully assessed the options available to implement blockchain solutions and APIs. The expertise of the Marco Polo Network, the forward-looking vision and the end user-focused approach convinced us that we had found the optimum place to succeed,” he added.

With a focus on improving trade finance by increasing transparency, connectivity, and optionality, the joint finance initiative provides solutions and efficiencies to minimize financial roadblocks while maximizing client and partner relationships.

“As Marco Polo’s global network continues to grow momentum, it is clear that it is bringing tremendous value to the trade finance and working capital sector. Institutions which get ahead of the curve by engaging actively with blockchain technology now through use-cases and pilots will be ahead of the curve and gain a significant competitive advantage. Banco Bradesco is joining a network leading the way in exploring how blockchain can improve the entire trade finance lifecycle,” said David E. Rutter, CEO of R3.

Source: Marco Polo