National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has been named as the Best Retail Bank in Bahrain 2024 at the MEED (Middle East Economic Digest) MENA Banking Excellence Awards.
Marking NBB’s third consecutive win in this coveted category, this year’s award given during a ceremony held at Kempinski The Boulevard Dubai, recognises the bank’s ongoing digital transformation efforts, empowering solutions for Bahrain’s real estate sector, and eco-friendly banking practices.
Reflecting on the achievement, NBB group chief executive Usman Ahmed said, “Winning the MEED Award for Best Retail Bank in Bahrain for the third year running is a testament to the relentless dedication of our entire team. This award reinforces our position at the forefront of innovation in the region, and we remain committed to constantly developing our offerings to deliver exceptional value to our customers.”
Mr Ahmed
NBB chief executive of retail banking Subah Al Zayani said, “We are proud to be recognised for our digital transformation efforts and our commitment to creating unique banking products and services for the kingdom’s various customer segments. NBB is constantly striving to provide customers with the most convenient and impactful solutions.”
The MEED Awards are recognised as a benchmark for innovative excellence across the Middle East and North Africa region’s banking sector.
Bank officials with the award
Emphasising the specific elements that contributed to NBB’s win, MEED MENA Banking Excellence Awards head of content and research Ed James commented, “Our winner of the Best Retail Bank in Bahrain award has shown a commitment to using advanced technologies to deliver customised solutions that cater to changing customer needs.
This year, the National Bank of Bahrain stood out for its digital transformation efforts and creative financing options for Bahrain’s real estate sector.
Through product offerings such as virtual cards, instant credit and debit card issuance, seamless payment methods and initiatives to promote eco-friendly practices, NBB is clearly at the forefront of innovation.”
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