​BBK Chief Executive, Mr. Reyadh Sater officially inaugurated the Bank’s new branch in Sanad on Wednesday, 18th of January 2017 .  Gracing the opening from the Central Bank of Bahrain, were Executive Director – Banking Supervision Mr. Khalid Hamad and Director – Retail Banking Supervision Directorate Mr. Yousif Hassan. Members from BBK Executive Management as well as VIP officials.

BBK always strives to elevate the level of convenience to its customers by having presence in key and accessible areas of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The relocation of the Refinery Branch to the new and spacious Sanad Branch reflects the bank’s dedication to customers’ satisfaction and to the Brighter Banking experience. This branch represents a great addition to BBK’s wide distribution network which the Bank continues to invest in.

Mr. Reyadh Sater, BBK Chief Executive commented during the inauguration: “BBK customers inspire the Bank’s decisions to always improve the service and convenience levels throughout the various outlets. The decision of relocating the Refinery Branch to a more central location where a larger number of customers can be accommodated will allow efficiency and an enhanced level of service. Due to its location, the new Sanad Branch will serve customers residing in Sanad, Riffa Nuwaidrat, Askar, Jaw, Al Door, Awali, Sitra,  as well as customers from Isa Town.  Branch locations are carefully selected based on demand and customers’ requirements, and we will continue to work on identifying new ways to provide  enhanced services along with maximum convenience to our clients.”

BBK customers will have access to an array of advanced banking solutions that suit their needs through different channels at BBK Sanad. The new Branch offers a comprehensive range of Retail , SME and Corporate  financial products and services, including a Smart ATM and ATM machines available 24/7 for its clients’ convenience. Customers are able to conduct various transactions including cash and cheque deposits, cash withdrawals, bill payments and many other services via the Alternative Banking area available at the outlet. The new and prominently located Sanad Branch provides BBK customers a significant private car parking area that can accommodate not less than 22 car parks, and working hours better suited to the clients’ convenience from 8:00 am to 5pm Saturday to Wednesday. 

Since inception, BBK has been a pioneer amongst local banks in Bahrain by introducing the first ATM, internet and telephone banking as well as the revolutionary Financial Mall concept. BBK was also the first to provide an advanced  platform for cash management technological and process enhancement solutions  for its SME & Corporate clients. In addition, the Bank takes pride in being a pioneer in Bahrain and the GCC in  introducing  3 special ATMs in its branch network to support the clients with special needs, and a Financial Mall in Budaiya fully equipped to support this important segment which is in line with the Bank’s commitment to the corporate social responsibility (CSR) and serving all customers equally.