Kuwait, 31 May 2017: Gulf Bank was recently recognized by Forbes Middle East as one of the top ten companies in Kuwait on their list of 'Top 50 Companies in Kuwait'. The award was received at their exclusive ceremony and gala dinner named 'Celebrating Kuwait's Success'. The event was held under the patronage of the Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs and Acting Minister of Information, HE Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, at the Al Thuraya Ballroom- JW Marriott Hotel in Kuwait City and was attended by representatives from corporate, public and private institutions in Kuwait and the Arab region.

Through this annual event, Forbes Middle East aims at honoring 50 businesses and companies that contribute to the growth of the economy and reform Kuwait's future. Mr. Mohammad Al Otaibi, Corporate Communications Manager at Gulf Bank received the award on behalf of the Bank.

Commenting on this achievement, Ms. Laila Al-Qatami, Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications at Gulf Bank said: "Gulf Bank is honored to be recognized by Forbes Middle East one of the leading publications in the Arab region. This is a strong indicator of the success and development of the Bank over the past years. Thanks to Forbes Middle East for recognizing our performance and great results achieved. We will continue to work hard to maintain our solid and leading position, continuously develop our offerings, and give back to our beloved Kuwait and its people. We also extend our congratulations and best wishes to all the other companies named on the Forbes Middle East list."

Forbes Middle East is licensed by Forbes international magazine, as its solo publisher in the Middle East, and aims at spreading its brand across the Arab world. Forbes Middle East is known for its unique editorial style that attracts a wide range of readers who are keen to stay up-to-date with the latest news about wealthy people, influential Arabs, entrepreneurs, senior managers, investors and government officials who share the same belief in the importance of having a free economy and entrepreneurial values.

To learn more about any of Gulf Bank's awards, products and services, visit one of Gulf Bank's 56 branches, call the Customer Contact Center on 1805805, or log on to www.e-gulfbank.com , or see its social media channels.