Gulf Bank issues chip-enabled debit cards in conjunction with MasterCard

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About Gulf Bank:

Gulf Bank was established in 1960 and has since progressed to becoming an industry-leading financial services provider complemented by a large network of 45 branches strategically positioned in key locations in Kuwait. The main groups of the Bank are Retail, Corporate, Treasury and International Banking.

The quality and commitment of the Gulf Bank team received international recognition in 2008, achieving a number of awards from leading international financial magazines including "Best Retail Bank" from Banker Middle East for four consecutive years.

Gulf Bank has also been internationally recognised as a leading Kuwaiti employer and holds the Localization Award from the GCC Council of Ministers for Social Affairs and Labour for four consecutive years.

Gulf Bank's branch concept design is strongly inspired by Kuwait's seafaring heritage. Most of the existing branches have been refurbished and new branches built to reflect the traditional seafaring legacy as well as provide an attractive and efficient banking experience using sleek and contemporary architectural designs.

The 24/7 Self Service area in the new branches have been further improved by the provision of cash deposit machines that complement the existing services such as Internet banking, cash withdrawals and access to customer service agents 24/7 throughout the year. A personalized message system, Aptra has also been implemented to assist customers with their ATM business transactions. Customers entering the branch experience the warmth and spirit of true Kuwaiti heritage coupled with an efficient and high-quality banking service environment. This provides Gulf Bank with a unique competitive advantage for the benefit of its customers.

About MasterCard Worldwide:

MasterCard Worldwide advances global commerce by providing a critical economic link among financial institutions, businesses, cardholders and merchants worldwide. As a franchisor, processor and advisor, MasterCard develops and markets payment solutions, processes over 18 billion transactions each year, and provides industry-leading analysis and consulting services to financial institution customers and merchants. Through its family of brands, including MasterCard, Maestro and Cirrus, MasterCard serves consumers and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories.

For more information please contact:

Hamdi Derkawi
GolinHarris Dubai
T. +971 4 332 3308