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Amãna Bank bids farewell to retiring MD/CEO Mr Faizal Salieh
June 2, 2014

Amãna Bank bids farewell to retiring MD/CEO Mr Faizal Salieh

Having taken over the realms of an unregulated non-bank financial institution which was practising a unique financing concept and transforming and migrating its entire business into a new licenced commercial bank and setting the standards for an industry benchmark during his tenure, Mr Faizal Salieh...

Azmeer takes over as new CEO of Amãna Bank
June 1, 2014

Azmeer takes over as new CEO of Amãna Bank

Mohamed Azmeer, a Banker with strong international exposure took over the reins at Amãna Bank from retiring CEO Faizal Salieh with effect from 1 June 2014. Azmeer has been serving Amãna Bank as its Chief Operating Officer, since August 2012, where he was responsible for the Consumer, SME...

Amãna Bank launches Visa Debit Card
May 19, 2014

Amãna Bank launches Visa Debit Card

With a view to further add value and enhance customer convenience, Amãna Bank recently launched its very own Visa Debit Card. Amãna Bank's Managing Director/CEO, Mr Faizal Salieh and Chief Operating Officer, Mr Mohamed Azmeer issued the first lot of Debit Cards to a few key customers at...

Amãna Bank shares commence trading on CSE
January 30, 2014

Amãna Bank shares commence trading on CSE

Amãna Bank, the premier non-interest based bank in the country is now listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange and its shares commenced trading on 29 January 2014. The Bank was the 290th company to be listed on the bourse. The Bank's Chairman, Mr Osman Kassim, pressed the button at the CSE to inaugurate...

Amãna Bank IPO Tops Rs. 1 Billion in Subscriptions on Opening Day
December 12, 2013

Amãna Bank IPO Tops Rs. 1 Billion in Subscriptions on Opening Day

Amãna Bank’s IPO crossed Rs. 1 Billion in subscriptions on the opening day with over 1,700 applications being received by last evening. Speaking on the success of the issue so far, the Bank’s Chairman Mr Osman Kassim said “I am delighted at the response we have received despite...

Amãna Bank celebrate “World Children’s Day”
October 23, 2013

Amãna Bank celebrate “World Children’s Day”

Amãna Bank, the pioneer of non-interest based banking celebrated World Children's Day by opening more than 1,200 Children Savings Accounts for the underprivileged together with M J Muzammil Foundation. The accounts were officially handed over at an event held to mark the World Children's Day celebrations...

Amãna Bank Supports Serendib Educational Foundation’s Scholarship Program
October 17, 2013

Amãna Bank Supports Serendib Educational Foundation’s Scholarship Program

Amãna Bank made a generous contribution to the Serendib Educational Foundation (SEF) in carrying out their primary program of providing financial assistance to the students who are capable of pursuing their studies but unable to do so due to financial constraints. The SEF provided scholarships...

Amãna Bank Enters Ratnapura
October 8, 2013

Amãna Bank Enters Ratnapura

Amãna Bank opened its doors in the gem capital of Sri Lanka, taking its unique model of banking services to the residents of Ratnapura. The 24th branch of the Bank is situated at 131-133, Main Street, Ratnapura and is the 10th branch opened by the Bank during this year. The branch was declared...

Amana Bank Launches Senior Citizen’s Savings Account
October 1, 2013

Amana Bank Launches Senior Citizen’s Savings Account

As a mark of respect towards the senior citizens of the country, Amana Bank introduced its very own Senior Citizen's Savings Account on 1 October 2013 coinciding with World Elder's day. Commenting on the new account, the Bank's Vice President Consumer Banking and Strategic Marketing Mr Siddeeque Akbar...

Amãna Bank in an Aggressive Journey
September 19, 2013

Amãna Bank in an Aggressive Journey

Amãna Bank, Sri Lanka's only licensed commercial bank operating entirely on a non-interest based model has made significant progress in business growth and market impact since its launch in August 2011. The Bank has recorded a 188% growth in customer advances and a 70% growth in customer deposits...

Amana Bank Ladies Savings Account - a Tribute to the Caring Woman
September 17, 2013

Amana Bank Ladies Savings Account - a Tribute to the Caring Woman

With the aim of providing an opportunity for women to manage their finances effectively and efficiently, Amana Bank has introduced 'Amana Bank Ladies Savings Account' targeting the female population of the country. The Ladies Savings Account will provide a host of privileges along with a higher profit...

Amana Bank introduces Easy Payment Plan
September 10, 2013

Amana Bank introduces Easy Payment Plan

Amana Bank recently introduced its very own Easy Payment Plan to facilitate salaried customers to purchase furniture, household and personal appliances in a convenient 'pay as you use' mechanism. The plan which is offered to purchase products valued from Rs 25,000 to Rs 300,000, allows the customer to...

Amana Bank now in Kinniya
September 3, 2013

Amana Bank now in Kinniya

Amana Bank expanded its services to the Trincomalee district with the opening of its 23rd branch at Kinniya recently. With the entry to Kinniya, the Bank expands its presence in the Eastern Province to eight locations. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of the Hon. Chief Minister of the...

Amãna Bank to Sponsor National Agribusiness and Farmer Awards 2013
August 25, 2013

Amãna Bank to Sponsor National Agribusiness and Farmer Awards 2013

Amãna Bank has partnered with the National Agribusiness Council to sponsor the 8th edition of the National Agribusiness and Farmer Awards 2013. The Awards Ceremony which is in recognition of the performance and contribution by the formal business sector towards the development of agribusiness...

Amana Bank Assists Grade 5 Scholarship Model Exams
August 19, 2013

Amana Bank Assists Grade 5 Scholarship Model Exams

Amana Bank partnered with the Zonal Education Department of Kalmunai which organized the model exam for the grade 5 students who are preparing for the 2013 Scholarship Exams in the Kalmunai zone. More than 2400 students got benefited from this initiative which covered more than 60 schools in the zone....

Amana Bank introduces ‘Personal Salary Account’
July 30, 2013

Amana Bank introduces ‘Personal Salary Account’

Amana Bank has introduced its newest savings product 'Amana Bank Personal Salary Account' targeting the working population of the country. The Personal Salary Account offers greater accessibility and convenience along with a host of privileges, including a monthly profit on their income. Personal Salary...

Amana Bank Now in Puttalam
July 1, 2013

Amana Bank Now in Puttalam

Amana Bank opened its 22nd branch on 1 July 2013 at No. 23, Colombo Road, Puttalam, thereby expanding its services to the residents of the locality and nearby towns such as Kalpitiya, Norochcholai, Palavi, Karativeand Madurankuliya. The opening ceremony was graced by the Chairman of the PuttalamUrban...

Amana Bank launches Deposit Kiosk
June 28, 2013

Amana Bank launches Deposit Kiosk

Amana Bank's Main Branch located in Colombo 3 now offers the convenience of depositing cash and cheques 24 x 7 through its Deposit Kiosk facility. The Deposit Kiosk machine is located next to the Bank’s ATM machine and is easily accessible around the clock. Speaking on this initiative, Amana Bank’s...

Amana Bank Offers the Convenience of Extended Banking Hours
June 18, 2013

Amana Bank Offers the Convenience of Extended Banking Hours

June 18, Colombo; Having launched the convenience of Saturday Banking services for the Bank's valued customers in June 2012, Amana Bank has introduced another customer value addition with the launch of Extended Banking Hours in selected 'high traffic' branches. This timely introduction would allow customers...

Amana Bank partners with Vidullanka to finance Madugeta Hydro Project
May 30, 2013

Amana Bank partners with Vidullanka to finance Madugeta Hydro Project

Amana Bank has proudly partnered with leading renewable energy provider Vidullanaka PLC to finance their latest Mini Hydro Power Project (MHPP) at Madugeta in the Galle District. A signing ceremony was recently held at the Corporate Office of Amana Bank with the attendance of key officials of the Bank...

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