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European Digital Commercial Bureau (EDCB)

Trade Finance, Assets, Technology & Capital Markets Ecosystem

EDCB is a London-based Commercial Bureau leading an integrated ecosystem for trade finance, digital infrastructure, real-world assets, and capital markets. It brings together asset originators, commercial parties, documentation workflows, institutional partners, regulated counterparties, and market infrastructure to support efficient, transparent, and scalable cross-border transactions

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About European Digital Commercial Bureau

Operating as a non-regulated FinTech and advisory platform, EDCB works in collaboration with licensed and regulated financial institutions, brokers, payment institutions, investment firms, banks, trustees, and market infrastructure operators throughout the full transaction lifecycle. Its role is focused on structuring, coordination, financial engineering, transaction management, and commercial execution support, while regulated activities are conducted exclusively by appropriately authorized counterparties within their respective jurisdictions.

Through its international network and technology-driven approach, EDCB positions itself as a strategic partner for corporates, commodity traders, infrastructure developers, and investment stakeholders seeking flexible and scalable corporate finance and trade finance solutions in global markets.

EDCB supports clients in the design and implementation of tailored trade and structured finance solutions, including working capital optimization, receivables and inventory finance, collateralized trade structures, corporate funding strategies, capital markets access, and institutional investor coordination. The firm also facilitates interaction between commercial counterparties, regulated financial operators, legal advisors, and settlement infrastructures to enhance efficiency, transparency, and execution capacity in international transactions.

EDCB is a

Initiative

Our Mission

EDCB’s mission is to lead an integrated trade finance, technology and capital markets ecosystem that connects commercial transactions, real-world assets, digital infrastructure and institutional partners.

We operate at the intersection of global trade, asset origination, financial technology and market infrastructure, bringing together commercial parties, documentation workflows, regulated counterparties and capital providers.

EDCB leads structured coordination, digital execution, institutional connectivity and scalable transaction pathways across global markets.

Our Vision

We envision a world where businesses engaged in international trade, infrastructure development and real-world assets can access more transparent, efficient and digitally connected transaction ecosystems.

We empower clients by bridging the gap between complex commercial requirements, digital documentation workflows, institutional partners, regulated counterparties and capital markets infrastructure — delivering clarity, structure and execution support at every stage of the transaction.

We strive to be the trusted ecosystem leader that enables enterprises to unlock liquidity, navigate international trade complexity and connect with the right partners, platforms and market infrastructure with precision.

The EDCB eCosystem Pillars

Bridging Trade and Capital Markets we transform illiquid real-world assets into structured, globally accessible investment opportunities. By seamlessly connecting traditional international trade with capital markets and digital assets, our eCosystem operates across four core pillars: Asset Origination, Financial Structuring, Digital Infrastructure, and Capital Distribution.

Powered by institutional-grade technology and robust risk mitigation, we unlock sustainable growth across key market sectors like Agriculture, Real Estate, Energy & Infrastructure and. AI & Data Centers.

Want to learn more? Discover how our eCosystem can transform your assets or diversify your portfolio. If you would like to receive this comprehensive information in a downloadable format, please click here to require our factsheet and we will gladly send it to you

The EDCB eCosystem Advantage

More accuracy

EDCB leads the eCosystem by coordinating commercial transactions, asset origination, documentation workflows, institutional partners, and market infrastructure across the trade and capital lifecycle.

More efficiency/Costs savings

#OPENmaat supports the digital workflow layer by reducing duplication, improving data reuse, streamlining documentation, and increasing efficiency across transaction processes.

More simplicity

The EDCB eCosystem simplifies complex cross-border transactions by connecting commercial parties, asset owners, digital infrastructure, regulated partners, and institutional market participants.

More innovation

#OPENmaat and selected technology partners support digital trade documentation, asset traceability, secure records, registry functions, and technology-enabled financial infrastructure.

More connectivity

The maat International Group contributes commercial experience, trade relationships, business development, and operational support across commodities, infrastructure, and cross-border markets

More security

Regulated partners, legal advisors, trustees, custodians, compliance specialists, and market operators support secure execution, governance, verification, and regulated activities where required.

More technology

#OPENmaat provides the digital infrastructure layer of the ecosystem, supporting electronic records, digital trade documents, audit trails, secure workflows, interoperability, and integration with institutional systems

More EDCB

EDCB brings the ecosystem together by leading the convergence of trade finance, technology, real-world assets, institutional connectivity, capital markets coordination, regulated market infrastructure, and cross-border transaction execution.

How The eCosystem Works

Established Commodity Traders

Integrate commodity flows, supply contracts, trade receivables, inventory positions, and transaction documentation into the EDCB eCosystem.

Infrastructure Project Developers

Integrate project assets, development requirements, procurement flows, commercial structures, and financing pathways into the EDCB framework

Institutional Capital Partners

Integrate capital capacity, investment mandates, risk appetite, and funding criteria into eligible trade, infrastructure, and real-world asset opportunities

EDCB

Where Trade, Assets, Technology & Capital Market Converge

Licensed Commercial Brokerages

Integrate regulated intermediation, client origination, commercial mandates, and transaction support into the wider EDCB network.

Financial Advisories

Integrate advisory expertise, client relationships, structuring input, and transaction preparation into the eCosystem’s execution process.

Trade Finance Platform

Integrates digital workflows, due diligence, doc management, risk assessment, and secure transaction infrastructure into the EDCB model.

Our Services

Building on this ecosystem approach, EDCB provides services across trade finance, technology, real-world assets and capital markets to support cross-border transactions and institutional opportunities.

Each transaction is assessed individually based on its asset type, commercial structure, jurisdiction, documentation, counterparties and regulatory requirements.

For further information about how EDCB can support your transaction, project or institutional mandate, click here to contact our team

Service Area

What EDCB Supports

Trade Finance Infrastructure

Digital trade workflows, electronic documentation, receivables finance, commodity trade finance and structured trade transactions.

Real-World Asset Structuring

Frameworks for trade receivables, production rights, contractual assets, infrastructure-linked assets, real estate assets and other real-world asset opportunities.

Capital Markets Coordination

Structuring pathways for debentures, asset-backed instruments, private placements, institutional investment products and cross-border capital access.

Digital Securities Support

Digital issuance coordination, ownership records, investor onboarding, reporting, compliance monitoring and regulated infrastructure connectivity.

Commodity Finance

Structured finance pathways linked to commodity trade, receivables, production rights, contractual assets, supply chain activity and export flows.

Institutional Partner Access

Coordination with banks, brokers, trustees, custodians, payment institutions, legal advisors and regulated market operators where required.

Technology & Documentation

Digital records, electronic trade documents, document exchange, audit trails, traceability, interoperability and secure transaction workflows.

Transaction Execution Support

Commercial structuring, counterparty coordination, due diligence preparation, documentation management, partner alignment and execution support.

Where Trade, RWA, Technology & Capital Markets Converge

Leading an integrated eCosystem connecting trade finance, real-world assets (RWA), digital infrastructure, institutional partners, and regulated market infrastructure across global markets

Global Network

EDCB works with commercial parties, asset owners, technology providers, banking partners, institutional investors, regulated counterparties, and market infrastructure operators across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other strategic markets.

Digital Passport to access EDCB Platform in two steps

You will need to complete a short application form. We will analyze your needs and promptly get back to you with an invitation to start a Compliance Process based on your request

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Compliance Process

You will receive an invitation to access the Platform as Applicant User Role, and through a private, isolated, secure, completely dedicated and free Digital Channel; you can tell us about yourself and your projects

Digital Passport

Once the process is complete, the System will automatically become you into a Platform´s Active User with a Digital Passport and you will have access to a Full Environment from which you can manage your own services

EDCB Global Platform

DCSA-aligned System that manages any global trade operation and ensures transferable electronic records where exclusive control and reliably transferred in accordance with the Industries International Norms: ICC URDTT, UNCITRAL MLETR and ISO 20022 Compliance; making it suitable for documentary presentation, collateralisation, and LC or SBLC discounting

Typical Transaction Size

Trade Finance

$5M – $150M

Project Finance

$50M – $500M

Credit Enhancement

$10M – $200M

Principal Protection Investments

€500K – €50M

maat Group Board Directors

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Sebastian Speijdel

Chief Trading Director - With more than 20 years of international business and entrepreneurial experience in commodities, agricultural products and cross-border trade. Previous experience with multinational organisations and the development of commercial ventures across Europe. Extensive expertise in structured transactions, global supply chains and strategic partnerships across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America. Having lived, studied and worked across different continents, he brings a truly international outlook and a strong appreciation for diverse business environments.

Santiago Jiménez Fernandez

Chief Operating Officer - With a background in international business, innovation and strategic project execution. Previous experience supporting the development of technology, infrastructure and financial services initiatives across multiple jurisdictions. Extensive expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder relationships and driving the implementation of complex projects across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America. Having worked in dynamic international environments, he brings a global perspective, entrepreneurial mindset and a strong focus on operational excellence and sustainable growth.

HP Lee

Commercial Director - Is a commercial leader with over 25 years of experience in FMCG, personal care, consumer goods, commodities, import and export trade, agricultural products, and ASEAN market development. She has managed global brands including J&J, P&G, SC Johnson, and Nestlé, and previously led the Commercial Team at Borong, Malaysia's leading B2B commerce platform, driving digital trade growth, supplier partnerships, distribution expansion, and cross-border business development across the region.

Jorge Perugini

Chief Technology Officer — Driving ICT digital strategy with over 30 years of uninterrupted experience, fostering business transformation through a circular approach. Expert in Web3 and cutting-edge technologies — IoT, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Business Intelligence, Big Data and FinTech. Leader of large-scale, diverse, and global multidisciplinary teams. Boasting an extensive track record in managing complex, high-stakes projects, serving as Development Teams Coordinator within multifaceted R&I consortia for high-impact initiatives.

EDCB ASIA LEADERSHIP TEAM

Dato Micheal Tee (Co-Founder, Director)

Serial entrepreneur with more than 2 decades of experience in stockbroking, capital market and business advisory including IPO and M&A

George Wong (CEO, Director)

With more than 10 years of experience in Blockchain Technology, Real World Asset (RWA) and Web3 solutions. Previously the Regional Director for The Sandbox ($SAND) and Operating Partner in Residence of an International VC Firm

Leong Kah Meng, CFA (ED, Director)

Over a decade of experience in investment banking, IPOs, M&As, private wealth management, treasury, derivatives and private equity. Strong relationships with regulators and government agencies.

Vivienne Loh (Head of Sales)

More than 25 years of sales experience in high end financial products and Key Man insurance. Head of Sales of the offshore asset management company

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