Boubyan Receives Five Distinguished Awards from Euromoney for 2026
In a further affirmation of its sustained excellence and leading position across various banking sectors locally, Bوبيan Bank has received five prestigious awards from the global publication Euromoney, as part of the 2026 Euromoney Awards for Excellence. These awards are presented annually to the most distinguished and innovative financial institutions across the banking industry.
Euromoney Awards are among the most prominent global accolades in the financial sector. The selection process is based on a comprehensive evaluation of financial institutions’ performance, strategies, ability to achieve sustainable growth, service development, adoption of innovation, and enhancement of the value delivered to clients.
In a statement, Abdul-Salam Al-Saleh, Chief Executive Officer of Bوبيan Bank, expressed his pride in this achievement, emphasizing that winning five awards represents international recognition of Bوبيan’s successful approach and its journey in building a comprehensive Islamic banking institution.
He stated, “Reaching a position of leadership is a significant achievement, while maintaining it requires continuous effort, a clear vision, and a constant capacity for development. These are fundamental pillars in the bank’s strategy to enhance its competitiveness and continue its progress.”
He added that the diversity of the five award categories gives this recognition special significance, as it reflects strong institutional performance, sustained digital leadership, support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), excellence in project finance, and the advancement of digital solutions tailored for large corporations. This underscores the integrated nature of Bوبيan’s business model and its ability to deliver excellence across various banking sectors.
Regarding the “Best Islamic Bank in Kuwait” award, Al-Saleh explained that this selection reflects the success of the bank’s strategy in building a balanced Islamic banking model that combines sustainable financial growth, a strong financial position, and operational efficiency. This has strengthened its position as one of the leading Islamic banks in Kuwait.
He added that Bوبيan has continued in recent years to strengthen its capabilities across various banking sectors, diversify its growth sources, and develop its strategic relationships. This is underpinned by a strong base of human capital and well-considered investments that support its development and performance sustainability, enabling it to keep pace with transformations in the financial sector and deliver sustainable value to its clients and shareholders.
On the “Best Islamic Bank for Digital Banking Services in Kuwait” award, Al-Saleh noted that retaining this recognition confirms the bank’s success in consolidating its digital leadership through a long-standing track record of leading digital transformation and continuous investment in technology and innovation. He explained that this approach is based on developing digital infrastructure, adopting advanced technologies, and enhancing the use of artificial intelligence, alongside building strategic partnerships with major global technology companies. This supports Bوبيan’s strategy to completely redefine the digital banking experience.
Al-Saleh commented on the “Best Bank for Corporate Banking Services in Kuwait” award, stating, “It reflects the evolution of the bank’s corporate banking model and its ability to provide financing solutions and specialized services that meet the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises at various stages of their growth, supporting their ability to develop their businesses and expand sustainably.”
He added that Bوبيan’s relationship with entrepreneurs and startup owners is built on understanding the nature of their activities and aspirations, and on forging long-term partnerships that enable the bank to offer products and solutions tailored to their actual needs. This enhances the competitiveness of this sector and its role in diversifying economic activity and supporting the national economy.
He affirmed that the bank will continue to expand its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and develop solutions and initiatives that open up broader growth opportunities for them, driven by its commitment to being an effective banking partner in their business development and the realization of their future aspirations.
In a related context, Al-Saleh stated that Bوبيان’s retention of the “Best Islamic Project Finance Institution in Kuwait” award underscores the bank’s established position as a trusted partner in structuring, arranging, and executing Sharia-compliant financing solutions. These solutions meet the needs of strategic projects across various sectors, keeping pace with the diversity of their requirements and the scale of their operations.
He explained that the bank’s excellence in this field is underpinned by specialized banking expertise and a team with a deep understanding of project dynamics and financing needs, alongside an extensive network of partnerships with local, regional, and international financial institutions. This strengthens the bank’s capacity to participate in major deals and support the execution of projects with significant developmental and economic impact.
Regarding the “Fadl Bank Award for Digital Corporate Banking Services in Kuwait,” he clarified that this accolade reflects the progress Bوبيان has made in building a digital ecosystem tailored to the nature of large corporations’ businesses, the scale of their operations, and their growing needs. This enables them to manage their daily banking transactions with efficiency, speed, and reliability.
He added that the digital services designed for corporations complement the specialized financing solutions the bank offers to both the public and private sectors. This allows clients to benefit from a more comprehensive and flexible institutional banking experience, supporting their ability to focus on growth and expansion plans.
Bوبيان boasts an impressive record of awards and recognitions from leading global specialized institutions over the past years, reflecting its sustained excellence, capacity for development, and solidified position among the foremost Islamic financial institutions locally and regionally.
The bank continues to build on these achievements through a strategic vision focused on achieving balanced growth, developing its various business lines, and investing in modern technologies and national talent. This enhances its competitiveness and ability to deliver sustainable value to its customers and shareholders, while contributing to shaping the future of banking.
