The Co-operative Bank of Kenya today joined the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) International Trade and Logistics Summit held at Pride Inn Paradise, Shanzu, Mombasa, in a move that underscores the bank’s growing role in facilitating trade, innovation, and sustainable business growth across the region.
The event brought together leading players in shipping, logistics, finance, and government to explore ways of improving efficiency in Kenya’s import-export ecosystem.
Speaking during the summit, Mrs. Lydia Rono, Director of Corporate and Institutional Banking at Co-operative Bank, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting businesses involved in international trade through innovative financial solutions and technology-driven efficiency.
“Trade is the lifeblood of our economy. At Co-operative Bank, we continue to invest in systems that make cross-border transactions faster, safer, and transparent for all our clients,” she said.
The bank recently completed a major milestone by integrating its financial systems with the Kenya Ports Authority platform, allowing businesses to make real-time payments for port services linked to their import and export programs.
This integration will help eliminate payment delays, reduce manual processing errors, and enhance transparency in transactions between traders, clearing agents, and KPA.
Industry experts at the summit lauded the move, saying it reflects the growing synergy between Kenya’s financial sector and key infrastructure institutions, a collaboration seen as vital to improving trade competitiveness and regional integration.
The partnership also aligns with Co-operative Bank’s strategy to champion digital transformation within the corporate and public sectors, positioning the institution as a key financial enabler in East Africa’s logistics and maritime economy.
The summit continues through the week, bringing together delegates from across Africa and beyond to discuss modern port operations, sustainable logistics, and digital trade innovations.
