Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Dr. Yahya Sulaiman Al Nadabi, Wali of Amerat, Maisarah Islamic Banking Services expanded this presence with the official inauguration of its new Greater Muttrah Branch. The launch of the new branch comes within the Islamic window’s strategy to expand its branch network across the Sultanate and to provide world-class Islamic banking products and services to customers nationwide.
The event was attended by Abdul Hakeem Omar Al Ojaili, Acting CEO of BankDhofar, Faisal Hamad Al Wahaibi, Chief Retail Banking Officer, Ismail Jama Bait Isihaq, Financial Controller of Maisarah Islamic Banking Services, as well as members of BankDhofar and Maisarah’s executive management, staff, guests and senior government officials.
Jamsheed Hamza, Head of Retail commented on the Islamic banking service provider’s commitment to extend its branch network in order to cater to more customers in different parts of Oman. “We aspire to fulfil the market demand for Islamic products and services for both retail and business banking customers. Since the establishment of Maisarah in 2013 there has been an increasing demand on Shariah-compliant banking products and financial solutions. The wide range of options available to our customers is tailor-made to suit their requirements, fulfil their needs and meet their aspirations.”
Zahra Said Al Amry, Branch Manager of Greater Muttrah added “branch is strategically located to serve the entire South Muscat region and is easily reachable for customers anywhere from Ruwi, Darsait, Wattaya, Wadi Kabir, Muttrah & MBD area. The branch also has ample parking space and very cordial & trained staff member to meet every customer’s islamic banking needs.
Showing an impressive growth since its launch in 2013 and demonstrating a high degree of product innovation and best services, the Islamic window has been recognised for its commitment to lead the Islamic finance market in the Sultanate, earning prestigious awards and titles from leading local and international organisations including the ‘Best Islamic Bank in Oman 2015’ by Global Banking & Finance Review, ‘Best Islamic Banking Window – Oman 2015’ award by the London based International Finance Magazine (IFM), the ‘Islamic Bank of the Year – Oman 2015’ award by The Banker, ‘Best Islamic Community Support Bank 2014’ by Global Financial Market Review and ‘Best Islamic Window in Oman 2013’ by Global Financial Market.
Maisarah offers a wide range of Shariah-compliant financial solutions, products and services that cater to the needs of its retail and corporate customers. It currently provides products and services out of five dedicated branches located in Azaibah, Al Hail, Salalah, Sohar and Birkat Al Mouz. Maisarah plans to expand its presence across the Sultanate through the addition of new branches. As part of its future growth plan, the Islamic banking service provider plans to distinguish itself by focusing on prominent customer service, developing and launching new products, and investing in technology to provide the best customer experience in timely and convenient manner.