Gulf Air and Standard Chartered launch new card
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Bahrain’s national airline, Gulf Air, has announced a partnership with the local arm of British bank Standard Chartered where it will produce a new ‘2 in 1’ credit and frequent flyer card.
The product, which has been specifically tailored to the line’s regular customers, will be available in blue, silver and gold variants, allowing customers to build up air miles and flight rewards by making everyday transactions.
Customers will earn between 1,200 and 2,400 miles upon activation of the card.
“Gulf Air is delighted to strengthen the relationship with Standard Chartered Bank in Bahrain through the launch of the co-branded credit card,” said Samer Majali, chief executive officer for Gulf Air. “With a combined operating history of close to 200 years the synergies between both organisations as well as their contributions to the Kingdom are innumerable. Focused on the local market, the new credit card reinforces both organisations’ commitment to developing products and services specifically for the Kingdom. Harnessing the advantages of Gulf Air’s service and extensive network and Standard Chartered’s financial knowledge and expertise, customers now have access to an innovative product that will reward them with benefits at both home and when travelling abroad.”
Hassan Amin Jarrar, chief executive officer for Standard Chartered Bank in Bahrain said, “Standard Chartered Bahrain is proud to partner with Bahrain’s national Carrier, Gulf Air. As the first bank in Bahrain with more than 90 years in operation, we have demonstrated our commitment and continue to strengthen and grow our business in the Kingdom. Standard Chartered Bank is here for its customers and our product capability and service excellence will continue to be key differentiators.”