13 September, Muscat: Reinforcing its position as a leading financial institution in the Sultanate of Oman, ahlibank has been named ‘Best Bank in Oman 2026’ at the Arab Banks Awards and Commendations of Excellence 2026, organized by the World Union of Arab Bankers at Istanbul, Turkey.
The award marks another significant milestone in ahlibank’s journey as a ‘Partner in Excellence’, recognizing the bank’s strong performance, strategic progress and continued contribution to Oman’s evolving financial landscape. It also reflects ahlibank’s ability to remain resilient and competitive while consistently creating value for its customers, partners and wider stakeholders. The award was received on behalf of ahlibank by Jumana Aflah Al Hashmi, AGM – Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications.
The Arab Banks Awards and Commendations of Excellence celebrate institutions that demonstrate leadership, sustained performance and meaningful impact across the banking industry. ahlibank’s recognition reflects the progress it has made in strengthening its business, responding to changing market dynamics and contributing to the continued advancement of Oman’s banking sector.
Commenting on the achievement, Jumana Aflah Al Hashmi said: “Being named ‘Best Bank in Oman’ is an important recognition of the progress we continue to make as an organization. Our focus has always extended beyond achieving strong results; it is about building a resilient, future-ready bank that can adapt to change, capture new opportunities and deliver sustainable value over the long term. This achievement reflects the clarity of our strategic direction, the trust placed in us by our customers and partners, and, above all, the commitment of our people who continue to drive ahlibank forward.”
She added: “As the banking landscape continues to evolve, so must the way we think, operate and create value. Our priorities remain centered on sustainable growth, innovation, operational excellence and delivering an increasingly seamless customer experience. At the same time, we will continue to strengthen our capabilities and partnerships to ensure that ahlibank remains well positioned to contribute meaningfully to the growth of the financial sector and Oman’s broader economic ambitions.”
With a clear focus on long-term value creation, ahlibank continues to evolve its proposition and capabilities in line with the changing needs of customers and the wider market. Its approach combines innovation, service excellence and operational efficiency with a strong commitment to sustainable growth.
As it builds on this latest achievement, ahlibank remains focused on strengthening its competitive position, expanding the value it delivers to stakeholders and playing an active role in shaping the continued progress of Oman’s banking sector and national economy.
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