SalamAir Receives First A320neo
SalamAir has become the first Oman-based carrier to receive the new Airbus A320neo aircraft, making it one of the early Middle East recipients and operators of the highly rated model. The aircraft’s name is ‘Wadi Shab’, one of the key tourist attractions in the Sultanate, and was selected by SalamAir’s customers over the airline’s social media platforms. This delivery of ‘Wadi Al Shab’ is part of Oman’s first budget airline fleet expansion strategy to cater to its expanding network and providing exceptional customer service and on time performance, while adding new destinations. “As one of the fastest growing cost-effective carriers in the region, the addition of the Airbus A320neo will allow us to continue expanding our operations whether domestically or regionally,” said Captain Mohamed Ahmed, CEO of SalamAir.
Bank Muscat Wins Best Consumer Digital Bank In Oman Award
Bank Muscat has won the Best Consumer Digital Bank in Oman award by Global Finance. Winning banks were selected based on the criteria, including strength of strategy for attracting and servicing digital customers, success in getting clients to use digital offerings, growth of digital customers, breadth of product offerings, evidence of tangible benefits gained from digital initiatives, and web/mobile site design and functionality. Amjad Al Lawati, AGM – Cards and eBanking, said: “With emphasis on competitive channels and new products to cater to various sectors, the bank is focused on maintaining leadership in hi-tech products and services, including electronic payment and web-based services, in tune with the banking requirements of a young, tech-savvy generation.”