Archive Press Releases
2021
North Channel Bank Achieves Next Major Milestone in the Bank’s Sale Process
Mainz | December 7, 2021
A milestone was reached in the North Channel Bank sale process by signing an SPA, and a change of ownership is approaching.
Congratulations! Arcus Greencycling Technologies Receives the 2nd Prize of the Lothar Späth Award 2021
Mainz | December 6, 2021
North Channel Bank Customer ARCUS Wins Prestigious Business Award for Its Innovative Recycling Solution of Plastic Waste.
Flood Disaster – North Channel Bank Donates to Altena Volunteer Fire Department
Mainz | October 26, 2021
North Channel Bank’s fundraising campaign has generated a considerable amount that will benefit a smaller charity.
Fundraising for Flood Victims – North Channel Bank Doubles the Donations of its Employees
Mainz | August 12, 2021
North Channel Bank and its employees do not want to just stand by and do nothing about the flood disaster, but want to help the victims by donating money.
Theses on the Financing of Municipal Projects
Mainz | March 8, 2021
Cities and municipalities are facing major challenges with many future tasks. So-called PPP models (Public-Private Partnerships) with defined project and financing structures are of renewed interest. | KLM Magazine 1/2021
2020
North Channel Bank Provides Liquidity Support for US Life Settlements Customers with Policy Repurchase Option
Mainz | November 19, 2020
A novelty in the US Life Settlements market: North Channel Bank offers customers the combination of purchasing their policies to bridge liquidity gaps with the option to repurchase these policies.
North Channel Bank Finances Development of Medical Centers and Healthcare Centers of IWG Group
Mainz | September 30, 2020
North Channel Bank is providing corporate financing for the project developer IWG Medical Real Estate AG to support the construction of medical and healthcare centers in order to secure outpatient medical care in cities and communities.
North Channel Bank is a New Member of House of Energy
Mainz | August 27, 2020
With its membership in the House of Energy, North Channel Bank wants to actively support the development of new technologies and contribute its financing expertise to renewable energy projects.
North Channel Bank Provides Financing for Acquisition of Film Material Producers InovisCoat and FilmoTec
Mainz | August 25, 2020
With the acquisition financing of the merger of two specialized companies, North Channel Bank supports the further development of the lucrative analog film business.
Statement of North Channel Bank on the indictment proceedings against the previous management by the prosecutor’s office Koblenz
Mainz | August 12, 2020
North Channel Bank does not comment on ongoing investigations, but over the past three years it has been supporting the investigating authorities in a very transparent manner. Under the new management, the bank has also been completely restructured.
Corporate Finance for Renewable Energy Projects of VH Invest AG
Mainz | June 30, 2020
North Channel Bank provides VH Invest AG with a financing solution in the renewable energy sector. It enables the company (formerly Vortex Energy Holding AG) to develop its wind power and photovoltaic projects.
Good Performance of Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund: North Channel Bank Acquires Further Fund Shares
Mainz | April 16, 2020
The performance of the sustainable Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund is developing very positively, leading North Channel Bank to purchase additional fund shares.
North Channel Bank Extends Corporate Loan to nextbike GmbH
Mainz | April 2, 2020
Sustainability in urban mobility is an important topic for North Channel Bank. Therefore, the bank is supporting nextbike, the European market leader in bike sharing, with a corporate loan to fund its growth strategy.
North Channel Bank: Repositioning of Affiliated NorthStar Life Services
Mainz | March 20, 2020
North Channel Bank has renamed its affiliate NorthStar Life Services, LLC to NorthStar Life Settlements Trading, LLC and will concentrate on trading policies with this company.
North Channel Bank Informs on Prevention Measures Concerning the COVID-19 Pandemic
Mainz | March 17, 2020
North Channel Bank is taking precautions to ensure its services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Financing for ARCUS Greencycling Technologies
Mainz | January 27, 2020
North Channel Bank is financing the construction of a pilot system for ARCUS Greencycling Technologies. With this new system, over 90% of plastic waste is recovered in form of energy and raw materials.
2019
FNG Seal of Approval with Highest Score for Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund
Mainz | December 19, 2019
In an intensive application process, compliance with the requirements and criteria specified by FNG was proven and awarded the FNG seal.
Strategic Partnership with Financial Software Provider Greenmatch Expanded
Mainz | November 21, 2019
North Channel Bank is further expanding its cooperation with greenmatch AG. The Swiss company for innovative financial software, which the bank has been working closely with for quite some time, will now also be contractually integrated into internal processes.
A Bank of Entrepreneurs for Entrepreneurs
Mainz | November 7, 2019
North Channel Bank repositions itself as an innovative merchant bank. In addition to US Life Settlements, the bank offers other forward-looking areas such as structured finance with focus on renewable energies, financial concierge services, digital banking, and individual services for institutional investors.
G2K Group Growth Financing
Mainz | October 24, 2019
North Channel Bank supports the innovative security software provider G2K in its current growth phase. The company develops standardized AI-based solutions for different business areas and has established itself in a very future-oriented segment.
ELSA Conference in London Confirms Growing Interest in Investment in Life Settlements
Mainz | October 17, 2019
ELSA Conference in London: The well-attended conference shows that interest in investments in Life Settlements has increased noticeably again. Numerous discussions with market experts confirm North Channel Bank’s strategy in this business segment.
North Channel Bank Accepts Danish Judgment
Mainz | September 23, 2019
North Channel Bank worked closely with the authorities in Denmark, Belgium and Germany to clarify as much as possible the role of the bank in the so-called dividend tax case.
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HUSUM Wind 2019 – Positive Summary for North Channel Bank
Mainz | September 18, 2019
Positive review of HUSUM Wind: As an exhibition partner of the financial structuring company greenmatch, North Channel Bank had many promising discussions with visitors and sees its financing offers in this sector confirmed.
North Channel Bank Sponsor at ELSA – Secondary Life Markets Conference 2019
Mainz | July 29, 2019
This year’s ELSA-Secondary Life Markets Conference in London, on September 20, 2019, will be sponsored by North Channel Bank as a “Conference Partner” for the first time. At this branch event of the Life Settlement industry, market players meet to discuss trends and news.
Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund Focuses on Sustainable Investments
Mainz/Frankfurt | July 15, 2019
The Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund has changed. It now invests primarily in bonds whose issuers operate sustainably. The focus is on European corporate bonds with investment grade credit ratings, with individual security selection based in particular on ESG criteria and SDG impact.
North Channel Bank at the HUSUM Wind 2019
Mainz | July 14, 2019
The “Who is Who” of the industry meets at the leading German exhibition for wind energy. Like last year at WindEnergy Hamburg, North Channel Bank will be an exhibition partner of the software developer greenmatch.
Financing for Expansion and Digitalization in Elevator Systems
Mainz | May 31, 2019
North Channel Bank North Channel Bank is the financing partner of Vestner Aufzüge GmbH. The bank supports the company, which is successful in the construction of elevator systems, in refinancing a company acquisition as well as in financing working capital for the digitalization of elevator systems.
New Approaches in Asset Class US Life Settlements
Mainz | February 18, 2019
Investors’ interest in US Life Settlements has increased significantly in recent years, especially internationally. North Channel Bank offers investors the opportunity to invest in a customer loan portfolio or in the bank’s own policy portfolio as a co-investor without any particular risk.
Finanztest: North Channel Bank Among Top 25 in Time Deposits
Mainz | February 8, 2019
In a recent test conducted by Finanztest (consumer finance magazine) regarding time deposits and overnight money, North Channel Bank is among the 25 best providers for time deposits. The bank’s offers on the WeltSparen platform are directed at depositors who wish to secure interest rates for a longer term.
2018
North Channel Bank Helps Customer Change Ownership Structure to Pave the Way for New US Life Settlement Investment Strategy
Mainz | December 18, 2018
North Channel Bank serves its customers as a partner in various situations. It recently helped a customer change its ownership structure to pave the way for a new long-term US Life Settlement investment strategy and put asset management on a scalable basis.
Stefan Rensinghoff in an Conversation with BVZL About US Life Settlements and the Changes at North Channel Bank
Mainz | December 12, 2018
In an interview with the BVZL (German Association for Investments in the Secondary Market Life Insurance), Stefan Rensinghoff explains North Channel Bank’s offer in the asset class US Life Settlements and provides information on the bank’s repositioning as a specialist bank for innovative banking services.
3 Ways AI and Robotic Process Automation Will Improve Life Settlement Transactions
Mainz | December 5, 2018
Digitalization does not stop at the insurance industry. In a guest article, John McFarland, CEO of NorthStar Life Services, LLC, an affiliate of North Channel Bank, explains his view of this development. | ThinkAdvisor, November 11, 2018
Financing of US Life Settlements for US Family Office
Mainz | November 27, 2018
North Channel Bank supports a US-based family office in financing premium payments for an investment in US Life Settlements
WindEnergy Exhibition 2018 – Great Success for North Channel Bank
Mainz | October 24, 2018
Close cooperation with green[::]match as a unique selling point in financing renewable energy projects: seamless financing from the early phase up to long-term financing and investor sourcing.
Investment in US Life Settlements and the Ethics Issue
Mainz | October 15, 2018
When investing in US Life Settlements, it is always a question of whether this asset class is ethically justifiable. In a guest article, Managing Director Stefan Rensinghoff focuses in particular on this topic. I RenditeWerk No. 05/2018
Stefan Rensinghoff Formally Appointed Managing Director
Mainz | September 3, 2018
North Channel Bank is pleased to inform that Stefan Rensinghoff is formally managing director of the bank as of September 01, 2018. He has been a member of the Executive Board since March 01, 2017 and previously held the position of General Power of Attorney.
Controversial: Bet on Death – US Life Settlements Considered One of the Most Polarizing Asset Classes in the Market
Mainz | May 29, 2018
Investments in US Life Settlements are viewed very differently. A guest article by North Channel Bank explains current developments and opportunities in the US Life Settlement market. | Versicherungswirtschaft No. 5/2018
North Channel Bank Offers Corporate Finance
Mainz | April 10, 2018
Through a short-term interim financing by North Channel Bank the FAKT Group was enabled to debt purchasing which allowed them to push the sale and the development of the FAKT SHAMROCKPARK.
Investment Alternative – The Secondary Market for US Life Settlements
Mainz | February 16, 2018
The US Secondary Market for Life Settlements offers an “alternative asset” that is largely independent of the capital markets. This is likewise good business for investors as well as policy sellers. | Bank Praktiker No. 2/2018
2017
No Fear of BB – Quantitative Early Warning System for Bond Investors
Mainz | July 5, 2017
AHP Capital Management GmbH recommends CreditEdge® from Moody’s to ensure efficient risk assessment. This concept is implemented with the Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund, for which North Channel Bank has assumed the portfolio management. | HEDGEWORKNEWS July 2017
North Channel Bank Introduces New Fund Concept with Early Warning System.
Mainz | April 9, 2017
North Channel Bank introduces unique fund concept with early warning system. Exceptional stock selection and risk monitoring with Moody’s CreditEdge®.
Leadership Team Now Complete
Mainz | April 5, 2017
With Stefan Rensinghoff and Harald Zenke the new leadership team at North Channel Bank is now complete. They were appointed following the nomination of Gunnar Volkers.
Custom-Tailored Institution Instead of Standard Bank – New Fund Concept with Unique Stock Selection and Early Warning System
Mainz | January 31, 2017
North Channel Bank has established itself in the German banking sector as the institution for investments in US Life Settlements. In addition, the bank manages an innovative fixed income fund, the Mayence Fair Value Bond Fund. | Profi Invest No. 1/2017
Shift in Senior Management
Mainz | January 11, 2017
Gunnar Volkers assumes management responsibilities independently for the time being.
2016
Table Talk: The Regulatory System Forces Us to Take Additional Risks
Mainz | December 23, 2016
In a panel discussion by “Profi Invest”, experts from North Channel Bank and three other financial specialists discuss how they are dealing with the ongoing low interest rate phase and the uncertainties in the markets. | Profi Invest No. 2/2016
Capital Market Uncorrelated Investment in US Life Settlements
Mainz | October 21, 2016
The US Life Settlement asset class is a profitable trade for investors and policy sellers. The asset has regained its attractiveness, which also has to do with its independence from the stock and bond markets. | HEDGEWORKNEWS, October 2016
Subsidiary of North Channel Bank
Mainz | September 13, 2016
NorthStar Life Services will be one of this year’s sponsors at the Fasano Conference to be held on November 7th in Washington, D.C. “Through our sponsorship of the conference, we want to demonstrate to our customers and business associates that we are committed to this industry,” explained John McFarland