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Equipment Finance Sponsored by Equipment Finance News BNP Paribas and Carrier launch European HVAC finance partnership Published: 14th April 2026 Share BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions has signed a strategic agreement with Carrier to provide financing solutions for commercial HVAC equipment across Europe, the companies announced today. The partnership establishes a multi-country financing programme aimed at supporting Carrier’s commercial customers with access to finance leases and hire-purchase options. The offering will cover a range of equipment including heat pumps, chillers, boilers and air handling units. The agreement spans key European markets including Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Austria, Belgium, Netherlands and Poland, with scope for further expansion across the EU. The collaboration comes as businesses across the region face mounting pressure from rising energy costs and tighter environmental regulations, driving demand for more energy-efficient and electrified systems. Access to flexible financing is increasingly seen as a key factor in enabling companies to upgrade infrastructure while managing upfront costs. Pascale Favre, Managing Director at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, said the agreement highlights the role of financing in supporting both business growth and sustainability goals. “We are proud to partner with Carrier to make high-quality, energy-efficient equipment more accessible across Europe,” she said. “This agreement demonstrates how innovative financing can support business growth while contributing to sustainability goals.” Marc Eckerhall, Executive Director Services & Aftermarket, Climate Solutions Europe at Carrier, added that the partnership would help accelerate adoption of advanced HVAC technologies. “This agreement enables Carrier to deploy advanced HVAC systems on a lease basis to our customers, accelerating adoption of more energy-efficient technologies across Europe,” he said. Lisa Laverick Editor - Finance Connect Sign up to our newsletter Featured Stories NewsALBIS Leasing reports €24.7m Q1 new business Corporate Member NewsSantander and Propel Finance partner on asset finance NewsCommercial Capital Company reports record $59.4m Q1 2026 originations Equipment Finance