First Gulf Bank Launches World Elite MasterCard

By Administrator On Oct 2, 2012

In a first move of its kind for the Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific, leading financial partner of choice First Gulf Bank (FGB) launched the exclusive World Elite MasterCard-Credit Card in the United Arab Emirates. Targeting High Net Worth Individuals (HNI), the card is offered by invitation to select customers.

The credit card comes with a range of unique distinctive privileges. Partnering with world class concierge service, users will enjoy global priceless lifestyle experiences ranging from personalized assistance, access to global luxury experiences, last minute reservations and much more.

The World Elite MasterCard travel Program offers exclusive privileges for over 800 of the world’s top hotels and resorts. The Card also offers complementary unlimited entries with Priority Pass to the world’s largest VIP airport lounge program globally. In addition, cardholders can avail an exclusive VIP airport services at over 450 destinations globally as well as a complimentary Elite Travel Insurance up to USD 2 Million.

Commenting on the latest addition to FGB ‘s Card portfolio, Andre’ Sayegh, FGB CEO said: “We at FGB strongly believe in continuously upgrading our product portfolio reflecting on the shifting trends in the market to better address customer needs. The World Elite MasterCard- Credit Card launch reinforces our commitment to develop innovative products and solutions as well as to best serve our customers and reward them.”

Eyad Al-Kourdi, vice president and country manager UAE, MasterCard Worldwide added, “The World Elite MasterCard Credit Card is our best in class premium product that opens a world of possibilities for the cardholder. We are confident that this new premium offering by MasterCard will enrich the discerning consumers’ lifestyle with unmatched global service and support. Ten years ago, together with First Gulf Bank we launched the World MasterCard card, and now we’ve achieved another milestone with the introduction of the World Elite MasterCard Credit Card”.

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