QIB Press
Digital Desk
Jan 25, 2015 | 8 Minutes
Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB), the country’s leading Islamic bank, has received two Awards from Global Banking & Finance Review. QIB has been voted “Best SME Islamic Finance Provider for the GCC & MENA 2014” and “Best Co-Branded Credit Card Qatar 2014”.
Global Banking & Finance Review is an online portal targeted at key players in the banking and finance industry. It has been rated as one of the most powerful internet banking websites which claims a readership that includes presidents, CEOs, CFOS and senior decision makers within Fortune 500 companies.
The first of the awards reflects the launch of QIB’s Aamaly programme, which was introduced to provide tailored services to the country’s small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), offering them financial benefits, guidance and advice in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.
The Aamaly programme benefits SMEs with specialized relationship managers, dedicated SME-centric banking centres, 24-hour banking, payroll services, cash and cheque collection, overnight vaulting and time deposits, together with flexible financing options.
Independent analysts believe the SME sector in Qatar to grow rapidly and play an important role in Qatar’s future growth. Within this context QIB already supports a sizeable corporate and individuals base and has a strong branch presence across the country to meet all customers’ growing requirements.
Meanwhile, the QIB-Qatar Airways Co-branded Card offering many value added features for its holders is widely recognised as one of the most rewarding cards available in the market. It offers bonus Qmiles every time clients use the cards which can be redeemed against flights on Qatar Airways, or on other redemption options from the Qatar Airways Privilege Club.
Platinum cardholders receive automatic insurance against loss, theft or damage as well as extended warranty on all card purchases. They also get free membership to Priority Pass with access to over 600 airport lounges worldwide.
Currently all card holders can enjoy a 7% discount on Qatar Airways holiday packages and earn double Qmiles when purchasing tickets from the Qatar Airways website.