Bringing a new level of convenience and value, the partnership will give Qatar-based customers an enviable ability to earn while they spend.
Arif Mansoor, Chief Executive, Standard Chartered Bank Qatar noted that, as the Bank is a leading player in the credit cards business throughout the region, "launching this great credit card enables us to provide unique advantages to our customers." Mansoor continued, "We are delighted to lead the way in Qatar through this strategic partnership with MasterCard and Emirates."
The Standard Chartered Skywards Credit Card gives the cardholder one Skywards Mile for every four Qatari riyals spent on the card. Cardholders earn Skywards Miles every time they use their card, and whenever they fly Emirates or their partner airlines. The card also includes membership to Skywards Blue - the first tier of Emirates' Frequent Flyer Programme.
Skywards Miles can be exchanged for free flights on Emirates or their partner airlines, upgrades, leisure activities and luxury goods.
Speaking at the grand launch of the new card, B Chandrasekhar, Regional Head of Credit Cards for Standard Chartered Bank in the Middle East and South Asia, said: "In addition to providing customers with an easy and convenient way to earn free flights and upgrades, the Standard Chartered Skywards Credit Card has a great range of many other special privileges which we look forward to sharing with our customers."
Brian LaBelle, Skywards' Vice President, said: "We are very pleased to join with Standard Chartered Bank to launch this co-branded credit card for our valued customers in Qatar.
"Our customers can use this card anywhere that accepts MasterCard, whether it's shopping, eating out, or even buying petrol, and they'll see their Skywards Miles mount up, which they can exchange for free flights and upgrades! Not only that, Skywards membership gives valuable travel benefits, including waitlist priority, which will enhance their whole travel experience."
Standard Chartered Bank has added to the excitement with a fabulous introductory offer. Successful applicants for the Gold Card will receive 25,000 free Skywards Miles, exchangeable for a free return ticket to Delhi, Mumbai, Karachi, Beirut and many other destinations. Successful applicants for the Standard Card will receive 10,000 free Skywards Miles, which is equivalent to a free return ticket to Bahrain, Oman or the UAE. This limited period offer also includes free excess baggage and other advantages.
"This launch is a clear message of our dedication to giving our customers the very best service and products available," said Ashok Luharuwalla, Head of Consumer Banking for Standard Chartered Bank Qatar, "Adding MasterCard increases the choices our customers have when considering their own personal financial management needs, and we are delighted to set another new standard of excellence in this market."
The Standard Chartered Skywards Credit Card is a MasterCard offering value-packed features such as worldwide recognition and acceptance, interest-free credit up to 50 days, 24-hour Phone Banking Service, free supplementary, Credit Shield, Free Travel Insurance and 30% discount on Hertz Car rentals.
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Standard Chartered customers to enjoy more convenience and benefits
- Qatar: Thursday, November 13 - 2003 at 11:33
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Standard Chartered, Qatar's first bank, has teamed up with MasterCard and Emirates to launch a prestigious co-branded Standard Chartered Skywards Credit Card, which combines enhanced travel rewards and great MasterCard features.
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Standard Chartered - leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East
Standard Chartered employs 30,000 people in over 500 locations in more than 50 countries in the Asia Pacific Region, South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the United Kingdom and the Americas. It is one of the world's most international banks, with a management team comprising 70 nationalities.
Standard Chartered is listed on both the London Stock Exchange and the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong and is in the top 25 FTSE-100 companies, by market capitalisation.
It serves both Consumer and Wholesale Banking customers. Consumer Banking provides credit cards, personal loans, mortgages, deposit taking and wealth management services to individuals and small to medium sized enterprises. Wholesale Banking provides corporate and institutional clients with services in trade finance, cash management, lending, custody, foreign exchange, debt capital markets and corporate finance.
Standard Chartered is well-established in growth markets and aims to be the right partner for its customers. The Bank combines deep local knowledge with global capability.
The Bank is trusted across its network for its standard of governance and its commitment to making a difference in the communities in which it operates.
Standard Chartered Qatar
Standard Chartered Bank was first established in Qatar in 1950, making it the first bank in the country. Today, the Bank offers a range of products and services, from credit cards and personal loans to corporate solutions for local companies and multinationals. The Bank offers real value in every product, combined with knowledgeable, efficient and responsive service.
About Skywards:
Skywards is the award-winning frequent flyer programme of Emirates and SriLankan Airlines.
Rewards for a passenger's loyalty and business include earning Skywards Miles on every flight with Emirates, SriLankan and its partner airlines and hotels worldwide, in addition to car hire and financial services companies. Skywards Miles can be redeemed for free flights to hundreds of destinations, for leisure activities and quality goods.
With three tiers of membership - Blue, Silver and Gold - members can enjoy more privileges the higher their membership tier. Tier miles are accumulated whenever they fly with Emirates and SriLankan.
Privileges include wait-list priority for all tiers, with priority check-in and airport lounge access for Gold and Silver members.
Skywards swept the six top places at this year's Freddie Awards, considered the 'Oscars' of the frequent flyer programme industry. At the 15th Annual Freddie Awards ceremony in the US, Skywards was named international 'Programme of the Year'. Skywards also won awards for Best Elite Level, Best Customer Service, Best Award Redemption, Best Website and Best Affinity Card (Skywards-Citibank credit card).
Gold and Silver members have access to Skywards Alumnus, a business "club" which gives members an opportunity to network both in the air and on the ground, with special seminars and an online forum.
With opening doors, Gold members can gain access to exclusive clubs around the world.
Skywards' website - www.skywards.com - is designed to give members an exciting, interactive online service packed with personalised features, news and special offers.
Skywards also has a club for its younger travellers that has proven to be as much fun on the ground and on the web as in the air! Skysurfers, for customers aged up to 16 years, is tailored to their preferences and interests and can be accessed on the web at www.skysurfers.skywards.com
Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News EditorThursday, November 13 - 2003 at 11:33 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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