Bank Muscat supports Oman Restaurant Awards 2014

(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Bank Muscat the flagship financial service provider in the sultanate has announced lead support to Oman Restaurant Awards 2014. The bank's continuing support to the annual competition stems from its commitment to promoting tourism and the hospitality sector in Oman. The award is reckoned a benchmark to drive up quality and standards at restaurants in Muscat.

Following public voting the top three establishments in each of the award categories will be shortlisted among the finalists from whom 14 winners will be announced at a gala event. The finalists are judged on key aspects including the range and taste of food ambience ordering experience value for money service and so on.

Tariq Atiq AGM – Cards & eBanking said 'Bank Muscat is proud to continue its association with Oman Restaurant Awards 2014 which define a culinary benchmark for the hospitality sector in Oman. As the nation's leading banking partner Bank Muscat attaches great importance to initiatives aimed at contributing to the country's progress and development in all arenas including tourism. Bank Muscat remains committed to promoting the tourism sector which is witnessing significant developments in the country.'

Atiq added 'Bank Muscat cards which spell convenience and security is the preferred mode of payment in all leading restaurants in Oman. The widest range of cards from Bank Muscat enhances a fine dining experience and contributes to promoting the brand Oman. The bank's strategy is to motivate a change in consumer behaviour that makes payment by cards both a habit and preference thereby promoting electronic payment in the country in line with the government's e-governance initiative. To achieve this objective the bank focuses on innovative technology and new products.  We wish good luck to all the restaurants vying for the awards.'

Time and again Bank Muscat launches novel campaigns that provide value for money. The bank encourages the use of cards which help individuals to discipline their spending and keep track of all transactions through electronic statements.

Bank Muscat cards provide convenience and flexibility for customers in their day-to-day transactions at shopping malls restaurants or holidays abroad. The cards ensure maximum protection and peace of mind to Bank Muscat customers.