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IRFC Holds ECB Roadshows in Taiwan and Hong Kong to Expand Global Funding Base

Indian Railway Finance Corporation conducts ECB roadshows in Taiwan and Hong Kong to engage Asia-Pacific investors and diversify its global funding sources for infrastructure financing.
IRFC Holds ECB Roadshows in Taiwan and Hong Kong to Expand Global Funding Base

New Delhi: Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited (IRFC) has successfully concluded a two-day External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) roadshow in Taipei, Taiwan and Hong Kong, aimed at strengthening engagement with Asia-Pacific investors and expanding its global funding base.

The roadshow was held on March 10, 2026 in Taipei and March 11, 2026 in Hong Kong, according to a press release issued by the company on March 12.

 

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Senior IRFC Delegation Leads Investor Outreach

The IRFC delegation included senior officials such as:

  • Manish Chandra, Executive Director (HR)

  • Shwet Ketu Mishra, Chief General Manager (Administration)

  • Nav Goel, General Manager (Finance)

During the visit, the delegation held one-on-one meetings with potential investors across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss IRFC’s funding strategy and long-term infrastructure financing plans.

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Focus on Diversified Global Capital

The initiative is part of IRFC’s strategy to access diversified pools of global capital to support India’s infrastructure expansion. Under its IRFC 2.0 strategy, the company has expanded its mandate beyond traditional railway financing to include infrastructure projects that have forward and backward linkages with the railway ecosystem.

During investor interactions, the delegation highlighted the corporation’s:

  • Strong sovereign backing

  • Nil Non-Performing Assets (NPA) track record

  • Low operating costs

  • Consistent financial performance

These strengths position IRFC as a reliable financing partner for India’s growing infrastructure sector.

Expanding Infrastructure Financing Portfolio

Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited has been diversifying its lending portfolio to support projects across the broader railway ecosystem. This includes financing for:

  • Dedicated freight corridors

  • Metro rail projects

  • Ports and other infrastructure assets

Investors expressed strong interest in the company’s strategy to expand its customer base and funding portfolio while maintaining strong linkages with the Ministry of Railways.

Support from Global Financial Institutions

The roadshows were conducted with the support of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) and Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation (MUFG), which acted as Mandated Lead Arrangers (MLAs) and facilitated structured investor meetings in both markets.

Potential lenders showed keen interest in IRFC’s credit profile and business strategy, expressing confidence in supporting the company’s future ECB borrowings.

Strengthening Global Investor Presence

The successful roadshow in Taiwan and Hong Kong is expected to strengthen IRFC’s presence among regional investors and help the corporation secure cost-effective and diversified funding lines for future growth.

As India continues to expand its infrastructure network, IRFC aims to play a key role in financing critical projects while maintaining a strong and diversified international funding base.

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