Banks and Non Banks · Export Credit Agencies
EKN (Exportkreditnämnden) is a Swedish government agency tasked with promoting Swedish exports and the internationalisation of Swedish companies. It functions as the Swedish export credit agency, issuing guarantees that protect export companies and banks against the risk of non-payment in export transactions. By providing these guarantees, which act as insurance, EKN enables businesses to carry out safer export deals and access challenging markets.
The agency operates within an extensive network that includes export firms, commercial banks, and other international export credit and promotion organisations. EKN serves a diverse client base ranging from small businesses to large corporations, supporting export activities across 115 countries. It is financed through premiums paid by its guarantee holders.