South Indian Bank, in collaboration with Pantokrator, a UK-based global investment bank, organised a discussion on Sustainability and Energy Transition at The Residency Tower, Coimbatore. The event brought together industry leaders and experts to explore investment opportunities in the sustainable energy sector.
The discussion focused on the viability of renewable energy sources, efficient energy distribution, and key global trends shaping the industry. Corporate customers of South Indian Bank participated in the interactive session, engaging with panelists and sharing insights on emerging investment opportunities.
The panel featured Mr. Andre Shortell, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Pantokrator, UK; Mr. Rajaram Venkataraman, Senior Advisor at Pantokrator, UK; Mr. R. Venkatesh, Group CEO of Everrenew Energy Pvt. Ltd.; and Mr. P. R. Seshadri, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of South Indian Bank.
Ms. Minu Moonjally, Senior General Manager and Head of the Corporate Business Group at South Indian Bank, welcomed the panelists and distinguished dignitaries at the event.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. P. R. Seshadri highlighted the bank’s focus on sustainable finance, stating, “At South Indian Bank, we recognise the critical role of financial institutions in fostering a sustainable future. Our commitment extends beyond banking services to actively supporting investments in renewable energy and sustainability-driven initiatives. By facilitating responsible financing, we aim to contribute towards a greener and more resilient economy.”
Mr. Andre Shortell underscored the growing interest among European firms in India’s renewable energy sector. “At Pantokrator, we support leading entrepreneurs in Europe who are driving the energy transition through capital raising, strategic growth advisory, and M&A. We are seeing increased interest among these high-growth companies to include India in their expansion plans and are delighted to be a catalyst in this effort alongside South Indian Bank and its clients,” he said.
About South Indian Bank
South Indian Bank is a leading Kerala-based Private sector bank with a nationwide presence. The Bank’s shares are listed on The Stock Exchange Mumbai (BSE) and The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd., Mumbai (NSE). South Indian Bank has 955 branches, 5 Ultra Small Branches, 3 Satellite branches, 1162 ATMs and 131 CRMs across India, and a Representative Office in Dubai, UAE. South Indian Bank is a pioneer in technology-based banking, offering an array of digital products and services. It has one of the youngest workforces in the banking sector in the country. The Bank’s Vision 2025 focuses on the 6 Cs — Capital, CASA, Cost-to-income, Competency Building, Customer Focus, and Compliance.
