Global payment services provider, Worldline, has renewed its partnership with OP Financial Group, the largest retail bank in Finland, with new plans to enhance card payment services for the bank’s customers.
Following a decade of successful collaboration, Worldline and OP Financial Group have agreed to extend their partnership for another 12 years, with plans to focus on a next-generation transformation, including migrating to Worldline’s strategic back-office platform.
This advanced platform aims to provide a robust foundation for delivering enhanced card payment services to OP Financial Group’s customers – offering faster transaction processing, elevated security features, and innovative digital payment solutions – while ensuring seamless operations across all the bank’s card products.
“Worldline’s proven expertise and commitment have been essential in supporting our operations and delivering seamless payment experiences to our customers,” added Harri Nummela, EVP of banking, private and SME customers at OP Financial Group. “We are confident that this renewed partnership will help us achieve our strategic objectives and drive the next phase of transformation.”
As OP Financial Group continues to lead the Finnish market in retail banking, this long-term collaboration highlights Worldline’s ability to deliver reliable and scalable solutions that meet the demands of modern banking. The renewed agreement is a significant step forward, further establishing Worldline as the go-to partner for financial institutions.
Alessandro Baroni, head of global financial services at Worldline, also said: “The renewal of our partnership with OP Financial Group for the next twelve years is a testament to the strength of our relationship and the trust OP Financial Group places in our expertise. Together, we are continuing the journey to deliver payment solutions that align with OP Financial Group’s vision for the future. This milestone enhances Worldline’s relevance as a trusted partner for large-scale, infrastructural players in the financial sector.”
Worldline explained that the renewed partnership not only solidifies its position as a trusted key player in the payment services industry but also reflects the growing demand for scalable and innovative solutions among large financial institutions.
