An established SME operating in the tourism and events sector was awarded a purchase order to design, supply and erect a large exhibition stand for a provincial tourism and film authority at a major international trade exhibition.

While the opportunity was commercially significant, the client faced an immediate challenge: they lacked the upfront capital to procure materials, manage logistics, and execute the build within the tight project timelines. Traditional bank funding was not an option due to existing credit constraints, and delays would have resulted in the loss of the contract.

Without access to fast, project-specific funding, the client would have been unable to fulfil the purchase order, placing both the contract and their professional reputation at risk.

We stepped in with a Purchase Order Funding facility tailored to the project’s requirements and timelines.

AFG provided funding against the confirmed purchase order, enabling the client to:

• Secure materials and services required for the stand build
• Manage production, logistics, and on-site installation costs
• Deliver the project without disruption or delay

Our structured PO Funding solution allowed the client to focus on execution, while we mitigated risk through controlled funding aligned to the scope of work and delivery milestones.

With AFG’s support, the client successfully delivered the exhibition stand within the required timeframe.

The funding enabled:

• On-time delivery of the project
• Stabilised cash flow during execution
• Protection of the client’s reputation with a key institutional customer

Most importantly, completing the project successfully positioned the client for future opportunities. Having fulfilled the contract, the business was able to take on subsequent projects using its own capital, without compromising operational capacity.

This transaction highlights how Purchase Order Funding can be a critical enabler for SMEs working on large, time-sensitive contracts, particularly where traditional finance is not accessible.

At AFG, we specialise in funding real opportunities, allowing businesses to deliver, grow, and build long-term credibility in their industries.

If your business has been awarded a contract but lacks the upfront capital to deliver, AFG’s Purchase Order Funding can help you execute with confidence.

Learn more about how our PO Funding works and whether it’s right for your business.