AUB recognised for Islamic and Digital leadership
TDT | Manama
Ahli United Bank has secured dual accolades at Euromoney's 2025 Banking Excellence Awards, reinforcing its leadership in both Islamic finance and digital innovation tailored to large corporate clients.
The bank was named 'Best Islamic Bank in Bahrain 2025' and 'Bahrain's Best Digital Bank for Large Corporates' at the awards ceremony held in Dubai, highlighting its achievements in Shari'a-compliant banking and high-tech financial solutions for multinational corporations, government-related entities and institutional clients.
Corporate digital focus
The honours reflect AUB's focus on next-generation banking, particularly for large-scale clients. Recent advancements include the rollout of a fully automated, Shari'a-compliant Payable Finance Solution and a major expansion of its Virtual Accounts Management platform. Through strategic use of technologies such as API integrations, advanced cash and liquidity management, and a fully digitised trade finance offering, AUB has deepened its engagement across more than 20 jurisdictions.
Regional recognition
Dr. Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of AUB, said the recognition was a reflection of the bank's regional strength and team commitment. 'Being named Bahrain's Best Islamic Bank and Best Digital Bank for Large Corporates is a testament to AUB's excellence in developing innovative, Shari'a-compliant banking solutions and advancing our digital capabilities for corporate clients,' he said.
'These awards reflect the strength of our performance, our robust financial base, and our leading position both in Bahrain and the wider region.'
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