Bank Muscat, the flagship financial services provider in the Sultanate, yesterday opened a state-of-the-art branch in Rumais in the Wilayat of Ibra. Shaikh Majid bin Khalifa al Harthy, Wali of Barka, was the guest of honour at the inauguration attended by dignitaries and senior bank officials.
Shaikh Majid bin Khalifa al Harthy congratulated the bank for opening the new branch, thereby providing world class banking services at the doorstep of customers in all parts of Oman. The guest of honour also picked the weekly winners of al Mazyona savings scheme on the occasion.
Said Al Badai, DGM — Branches, said: “The expanding branch network highlights Bank Muscat’s focus to remain the nation’s bank of first choice. With the widest reach in serving customers and the largest network of 136 branches in the Sultanate, Bank Muscat is committed to meeting customer expectations at all levels.”
Over the past 30 years, Bank Muscat has achieved steady and significant growth in various disciplines to emerge as the leading financial institution in Oman. Innovations adopted by the bank are characteristic of the largest network of ATMs and cash deposit machines (CDMs) found in all parts of the country. Bank Muscat acknowledges that smarter strategies are vital to stay ahead in business and provide a distinct customer service.
Setting new benchmarks, Bank Muscat offers the complete range of banking products and services through the network of branches across the length and breadth of Oman. The sophisticated banking experience stems from the right mix of traditional and electronic channels.
Presently, Bank Muscat is the first and only bank in Oman offering the extended working hours facility from 8 am to 5pm (Sunday to Thursday). The evening banking service is available at eight branches in Muscat Inter-Continental, Muscat City Centre, Al Khuwair, Seeb, Al Khoud, Barka main, Sohar main and Salalah main. The value-added service stems from the bank’s vision ‘We can do more’ and in response to the growing market demand for longer banking hours. The facility reflects the bank’s commitment to making banking convenient and centred around customer’s needs. Bank Muscat understands the constantly changing customer needs and responds with suitable financial solutions.
The corporate philosophy of Bank Muscat is underpinned by the rich Omani culture and traditions and the bank prides itself in its deep understanding of customer needs, offering financial guidance at all levels.
Oman Daily Observer
