OMAN ARAB BANK EMPLOYEES CELEBRATE THE SPIRIT OF RAMADAN

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Muscat, June 11th 2016 – In what has become a highly anticipated annual tradition, Oman Arab Bank (OAB) hosted a special Iftar celebration last week for its employees at the Inter Continental Hotel Muscat. Attended by the Bank’s executive management team and board members, the event featured a number of activities including a Ramadan Nasheed recited by children from the local Child Care Center, an awards ceremony to honor high achieving staff from the retail banking department and a raffle draw with exciting prizes.

Amin Al Husseini, Oman Arab Bank’s Chief Executive Officer underlined the importance of engaging regularly with employees beyond the work environment and outside of business hours to further solidify the bond they share between one another. He also said that such non-agenda events reflect positively on employees’ productivity and enables them to continue taking the Bank from strength to strength.

Al Husseini also expressed that such events also enable the Bank’s management to directly connect with its staff and enhance communication while promoting team work. He reiterated that this stems from Bank’s deep belief that its employees are the underlying source and inspiration for its ongoing success.

OMAN ARAB BANK ELITE CUSTOMERS NETWORK OVER EXCLUSIVE IFTAR

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Muscat, 14th June 2016 – Under the auspices of H.E. Ahmed bin Abdulla Al Shahi, Minister of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources, Oman Arab Bank (OAB) recently organized a special Iftar gathering for its Elite Priority Banking customers at the Grand Hyatt Muscat. Attended by over 250 Elite customers including government officials, private sector business leaders and other high-profile dignitaries as well as the Bank’s senior management, the dazzling event enabled the OAB team to foster stronger relationships with its clients in a unique Ramadhan Iftar setting.

“We are continuously identifying ways of enhancing the banking experience of all our customers with the aim of ensuring every moment with OAB is rich and filled with unique value,” said Amin Al Husseini, CEO Oman Arab Bank. “The Iftar we organized served as a platform to take the ties that bind us with our stakeholders to new heights and foster deeper relationships while expressing our gratitude for their continued dedication and support.”

The colourful event began with a renowned French artist, who surprised the guests by drawing a stunning piece on stage that embodied the essence of Elite Priority Banking. To add to the excitement, OAB also announced the name of the lucky winner of the OMR 100,000 Hassad Savings Scheme Elite prize for June 2016. Attendees concluded the night by walking away with gifts designed to allow them to experience a day at Al Mouj Golf or the Shangri La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa.

Rashad Al Shaikh , DGM Retail Banking at Oman Arab Bank, added, “We take pride in ourselves for providing a second to none premium banking proposition that promises customers a world of benefits, services and in-depth expertise to grow their wealth. Elite Priority Banking is more than just a product; it is an exclusive way of life that has been designed to fulfil the special requirements of high-net-worth individuals and meet their evolving needs.”

Elite Priority Banking delivers exceptional advantages to customers including dedicated relationship managers, financial planning and investment services as well as personal concierge facilities. Elite customers can also enjoy unlimited complimentary lounge access to over 500 international airports, preferential service in all branches, and access to the world-class dedicated Elite Centre as well as 24 hour call center support. New and Existing Elite customers also receive a free Entertainer App as well as complementary airport chauffeur service. Not only that, Elite customers also stand a chance to win lucrative cash prizes as part of the Bank’s Hassad Savings Scheme including OMR 100,000 in both June and December that has been earmarked only for Elite customers.

 

OMAN ARAB BANK’S ‘MARKABATI’ OFFERS LOWEST INSTALLMENT DURING RAMADAN

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Muscat, June 16th 2016 – In celebration of the Holy Month of Ramadan, Oman Arab Bank (OAB) has launched a package of special offers on its popular Markabati Auto Loan and added a new level of convenience to the car-buying journey. To help prospective purchasers during the festive period, OAB is offering existing and new customers the lowest installment auto loan through a combination of an attractive reduced interest rate of 4.5% per annum, first year free insurance when purchases are made from selected dealerships and a loan tenor of up to 10 years.

To facilitate the important decision of buying a new vehicle, OAB’s Muscat City Centre Branch will remain open until 10pm. In addition, OAB sales representatives will be available in leading car dealerships across Muscat, Sohar and Salalah after Iftar from 8.30pm to midnight, for the duration of Ramadan, to answer customer queries about Markabati, advise them on the flexible payment plans, help them choose the repayment period that best suits their circumstances, and steer them through the fast-track application process to instant on-the-spot approval.

“The Holy Month is one of the most popular times of the year to invest in a new vehicle, whether that is buying a first car, upgrading to a newer model, or finally purchasing that dream machine. To help make ambitions of car ownership a reality at this special time, the OAB Markabati Autoloan Team, in association with leading car dealerships, has developed this fantastic promotion with a focus on ease and convenience as well as extra value,” said Haseeb Iqbal, Head of Lending Products at Oman Arab Bank.

He added: “OAB’s Markabati Auto Loans are already one of Oman’s preferred options for finance on new and pre-owned vehicles thanks to their flexibility, the hassle-free and quick application process, and extended repayment periods. And thanks to partnerships with major automobile agencies we ensure the best deals for our customers at all times as well as exclusive discounts at a range of car care centers. With a complete series of financial solutions, OAB also offers mortgages of up to 25 years for Omanis and non-Omanis as well as a range of personal loan options. OAB is continually identifying new ways to enhance its offerings and this Ramadan auto-loan promotion is the latest example of our efforts in this regard.”

Since its inception, OAB has consistently expanded its reach to meet customers’ various requirements in the best way possible. Today, the Bank has a comprehensive footprint of over 65 strategically located branches and 135 ATMs and CDMs.

OMAN ARAB BANK VOLUNTEERS DISTRIBUTE FOOD HAMPERS TO LOW INCOME FAMILIES

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Muscat, June 22nd 2016 – Embracing the spirit of generosity during the Holy Month of Ramadan and continuing its tradition of giving and helping the community in this special time, Oman Arab Bank (OAB) distributed over 500 food hampers to low income families in and around Muscat. The hampers, filled with nonperishable food items in high demand in Ramadan, were distributed over two days by volunteer staff from OAB who made the delivery part of their personal celebration of the Holy Month.

Mutassim bin Hamoud Al-Zadjali, Head Of Corporate Communication at OAB, commented, “As a responsible banking institution, Oman Arab Bank takes its obligations to society, and especially to those less fortunate, very seriously. We prioritize at all times activities that uplift our local communities. While our efforts in this regard continue throughout the year, it is always a particular pleasure to make an extra contribution during Ramadan and add to the joy and happiness of this blessed month. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the OAB staff who so keenly organized and delivered the hampers.”

From the onset, OAB has had the well-being of society as a top priority, supporting various humanitarian causes and launching initiatives that positively impact local communities. Throughout the Holy Month, the Bank will be executing a number of philanthropic programs as part of its corporate social responsibility strategy.

OMAN ARAB BANK SECURITY PERSONNEL TAKE PART IN TWO DAY TRAINING WORKSHOP

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Muscat, 27th June 2016 – Oman Arab Bank (OAB) recently delivered a specialized training workshop to its security staff at the OAB training centre located in the Bank’s head office in Ghubra. The workshop, in partnership with Polyglot Institute Oman and Knowledge Grid, aimed to equip the Bank’s security personnel with the latest Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) best practices and procedures and reiterate the Bank’s commitment to adhering to the highest HSE standards to safeguard its customers, employees and the wider community.

The two day workshop focused on key HSE areas including contemporary safety regulations, identifying and preventing risk factors in the workplace and surrounding environments, international quality standards (ISO) as well as the Bank’s HSE system. Participating employees also took part in several practical activities to further enhance their skill sets.