Ahli United Bank: Best Global Network Bank GCC 2021

Ahli United Bank B.S.C. (“AUB” of “the Bank”) offers clients a wide range of banking services through a network of 156 branches in eight countries. The Bank was incorporated in Bahrain in May 2000. Since its inception, AUB Group has expanded through a series of strategic acquisitions, mergers and organic growth. It targets continued expansion in the region by incorporating/acquiring banks and regulated financial services companies with a minimum of 10 percent market share. AUB has streamlined its UK operations to support commercial, private and investment banking activities. The multicultural group employs a workforce of 4,000+ professionals, boasting 35 nationalities and a 36 percent female ratio. The Bank has undertaken transformation plan which is expected to spur further growth. The Bank’s group-wide digitalisation focus has helped it to deliver results despite the turbulent market conditions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The Bank has invested to improve remote connectivity, data-driven analytics and tech-savvy human capital. The Bank has received solid ratings from leading international rating agencies like Fitch, Moody’s and Capital Intelligence. The CFl.co judging panel presents Ahli United Bank B.S.C. with the 2021 Best Global Network Bank (GCC) award – making the Group a four-time programme winner.