Abu Dhabi - Mr. Abdalla Al Daboos. Director General, Emirates Post, and Mr. Mohammad Nasr Abdeen, CEO, Union National Bank, today inaugurated the launch of 22 banking centers in Emirates Post post-offices across the UAE. Also present at the function at the Tourist Club branch in Abu Dhabi were senior managers of Emirates Post and Union National Bank, VIPs and UAE dignitaries, as well as a crowd of Emirates Post and UNB customers.
The opening of these 22 banking locations heralds a new era of customer convenience and friendly banking services in the UAE. Customers can now avail of a friendly, relaxed atmosphere whilst banking, with a range of banking services and state of the art electronic facilities, including ATM machines and Internet banking - close to their home or work place. UNB's pay offices will remain open for extended office timings - from 8:30 to 12:30 and 5:30 to 7:30 in the evenings.
The entire look-and-feel of the UNB offices at Emirates Post locations as well as the product offering have been specifically designed to reflect a friendly and caring approach for the customer. Customers can avail of the 'UNB Easy' services that bring to the customer easy and affordable banking solutions from Union National Bank, including accounts with zero service charges and low monthly balances.
"The introduction of banking services at post-offices is an assertive move by Emirates Post to push ahead with its diversification programme. We believe this important step will take us closer to our goal of making post-offices one-stop shops for multiple public services, with a focus on quality and efficiency," said Mr. Al Daboos, after the opening ceremony.
"The selection of Union National Bank as a partner for launching banking services at post offices was inspired by our belief that UNB demonstrates a spirit of innovation and creativity in introducing good products to consumers," Mr. Al Daboos added. "This partnership marks the start of a fruitful, long-term relationship between Emirates Post and Union National Bank, and in the months to come consumers can expect full-fledged banking services in some post-offices and ATM services in others."
Mr. Mohammad Nasr Abdeen, CEO, Union National Bank, commented, "UNB, which positions itself as 'the Bank that cares', has taken a big and innovative step towards making banking easier and friendlier for everyone in the UAE. UNB's presence in 22 Emirates Post locations in the first phase as well as the innovative product offering through 'UNB Easy' services now means that a new standard is being set in terms of a friendly approach towards banking. Our Bank, which has an existing network of 27 branches and 70 ATMs, has made this significant investment in terms of resources and commitment so that state of the art and convenient banking facilities are available near every door-step in the UAE. Customers can now bank where they want to - at locations close to where they are, when they want - at extended hours, and how they want to - with products designed just for them. Our UNB Easy offering combines the best of technology, geographical spread and an understanding of customer needs."
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