United Trust Bank has announced the launch of Stance Asset Finance, a new brand that will partner with asset finance brokers to support underserved SME customers across England, Wales and Scotland.
The new proposition, which will go live in February 2026, will run on UTB’s operational functions and technology while operating with its own dedicated sales and underwriting teams.
UTB said Stance Asset Finance is designed to appeal to brokers representing customers in a wide range of circumstances, offering competitive funding and refinance solutions across a variety of assets and sectors.
Ahead of the launch, Stance will run a series of broker webinars and training events in January 2026 before opening to proposals the following month.
Nathan Mollett, head of asset finance at United Trust Bank, said: “We are very excited to announce the launch of Stance Asset Finance in 2026.
“We see a gap in the market for Stance to sit alongside UTB’s core AF business and our arrival will give brokers greater choice when looking for flexible and competitively priced funding solutions for their customers.
“Brokers can also expect to receive the great service, direct contact with underwriters and high standards they already associate with UTB.
“Stance will blend real-world underwriting with asset expertise to fund a wide variety of assets.
“We will move quickly, speak plainly, and structure deals that help customers to invest in their businesses and deliver growth.”
