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W Muscat, owned and developed by OMRAN Group, has recently received the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED Gold) – certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. The luxury property secured a Gold Certification for incorporating sustainable approach in various construction aspects, including water efficient landscaping, utilisation of environmental-friendly materials and innovative water usage technology.
LEED Certifications acknowledge the extent of environmental protection provided by a building’s architectural and construction elements. W Muscat is the fifth project in OMRAN Group’s portfolio across the country to hold a LEED certification. This accreditation was previously achieved by Alila Jabal Al Akhdar Resort, Atana Musandam Resort, Oman Convention and Exhibition Center (Package Two – Exhibition Center), and the Crowne Plaza Hotel Muscat, OCEC.
Cardless ATM Transactions with National Bank of Oman
In its efforts to meet the ever-evolving needs of its customers, National Bank of Oman (NBO) has added cardless ATM transactions to its roster of digital banking and payment solutions. Convenient and secure, the new withdrawal feature allows customers to get cash at the ATM using only their smartphones. Making the transaction as easy as logging into the mobile app, requesting a secret code, which is valid for 24 hours, and entering it on the ATM screen. Quick and safe, it’s just one of the innovative services the bank has introduced to make people’s lives easier.