Epson unveils circular leasing program covering entire portfolio

The leasing model enables increased access to Epson technology, while Epson retains end-of-lease ownership.

Epson Europe president Takanori Inaho and BNP CEO Marieke van Zuien

Takanori Inaho, president, Epson Europe, and Marieke van Zuien, CEO, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, Belgium & Netherlands

Epson has unveiled a new business model designed to make its technology more accessible for large corporate and public sector organizations, while advancing its sustainability commitments. In partnership with BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, a European equipment financing company, Epson will introduce a comprehensive leasing program covering its entire product portfolio.
 
'This is a significant strategic milestone for Epson and will help us better support large-scale customer requirements through a more competitive proposition,' said Rob Clark, COO, Epson Europe. 'The solution means our customers can access the latest Epson technology without the burden of up-front investment.'
 
The leasing program spans Epson’s full range of technology, from business printing and scanning to projection, retail technologies, industrial print and robotics, including its latest collaborative robots. Customers will also benefit from support delivered through Epson’s partners providing fleet management, maintenance and servicing, enhanced by Epson’s open API to enable integration with partners’ management platforms.
 
Epson retains product ownership at the end of the lease, ensuring all equipment is returned for refurbishment, reuse or recycling. This closed-loop approach is central to Epson’s corporate vision and helps prevent products from entering secondary 'gray' markets or being disposed of inappropriately.
 
'We already manage our own innovation and manufacturing facilities,' said Richard Wells, head of market development, Epson Europe. 'Retaining control of products at the end of their life means we can extend resource use, reduce waste and further minimize environmental impact.'
 
From a financing perspective, leasing offers customers predictable costs, improved cash flow and greater flexibility.

Pascale Favre, managing director of the technology and lifecycle solutions business line at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, added: 'We’re delighted to partner with Epson on this innovative program. Leasing not only makes Epson’s cutting-edge technology more accessible; it also helps organizations manage risk and align with more sustainable business practices. Together, we’re enabling smarter, more responsible financing models for the future.'