Vilja CEO Fredrik Ulvenholm and FPT Software Sweden CEO Ngoc Anh Pham signed the agreement at the Vietnam-Sweden Business Forum in Stockholm, Sweden last Friday, 6 September.
FPT Software, a subsidiary of FPT Corporation, is a global technology and IT services provider headquartered in Vietnam, with $1 billion in revenue (2023) and over 30,000 employees in 30 countries.
Vilja Solutions core banking platform was created by one of Europe’s first digital banks and is today the leading Nordic cloud-native core banking platform vendor, empowering banks and FIs with cutting-edge innovation and digital banking solutions.
Leveraging FPT Software’s deep technical expertise and global reach, this partnership will introduce Vilja’s state-of-the-art cloud-native core banking platform to global enterprises, with an initial focus on Asia’s rapidly growing digital economy.
“Vilja is now expanding globally from a strong position as the Nordic market leader and with global recognition for our cloud-native core banking solutions. Our partnership with FPT Software further strengthens this position and is a testimony to our leading technology and capacity that sends a clear signal to the market. With FPT’s expertise and trusted reputation we have a global reach starting with our expansion in Southeast Asia.” says Fredrik Ulvenholm CEO at Vilja.
“With over two decades of experience in delivering digital solutions to global leaders in BFSI, FPT Software is confident that our partnership with Vilja will further empower financial institutions with enhanced security, scalability, and user experience. By combining our industry expertise and global presence with Vilja’s innovative solutions, we aim to set new standards and help financial institutions thrive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape,” said Dzung Tran, CEO of FPT Software Europe.
As part of its expansion plans, Vilja is set to establish a new development center in Asia dedicated to pioneering diverse innovations that cater to the changing demands of digital banking, particularly in areas like deposits and loans.