Awards & Recognition

BNF Bank has been named 'Bank of the Year Malta 2022' for the third year running, by leading publication The Banker, from the Financial Times. This award reaffirms the Bank's position in the global financial community and its commitment to define the future of banking. It is a recognition of our pledge to deliver on objectives that go beyond banking, to create a more sustainable future.

BNF Bank recognises the integral role that banks play in supporting employees, customers and the wider community in times of need. This underlies BNF's ambition to be a purpose-driven bank doing real things for real people, in real economies. BNF Bank embraces the future by continuously pursuing innovation, delivering a personalised and differentiating experience to its customers.

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The European has named BNF Bank 'Bank of the Year 2021' as well as 'Most Innovative Digital Transformation Bank 2021'. Celebrating achievement, innovation and excellence, the European bestowed the Bank with this recognition for its incessant efforts to keep its business agile, while investing in the latest cutting-edge technology, and maintaining the customer at the very core of its business.

As BNF Bank takes on a number of yearly commitments to deploy funds that can make a difference in areas of society where social lacunae exist, it also embraces a new era of banking by investing in its branch network, and expanding its customer base both in personal and corporate and business banking. Offering an integrated approach, along with  aspects of good governance, innovation and quality of service, remain as major considerations at the heart of the Bank's operations.

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BNF Bank was recognised by the European Society of Quality Research (ESQR) with the Quality Achievement Award 2021, www.esqr.org/en/. ESQR promotes quality awareness, recognising good business practices, technological innovation and quality achievements in organisations worldwide. This award reflects the dynamics of a long-standing relationship with our customers based on trust and loyalty, reflecting the boutique approach that underpins the BNF service. Every customer, whether a business or individual is valued, and all are treated according to their unique requirements.

For the second consecutive year, BNF Bank was named 'Bank of the Year Malta 2021' by The Banker, published by the Financial Times. Celebrating the best of global banking, this award is a testimony to the unwavering commitment BNF Bank provides to its clients, pointing to the Bank’s financial services excellence, strategic efforts and successful positioning. 

The judges placed particular focus on resilience and service to customers in the face of the global pandemic, as well as meeting the needs of the future for the wider community. Significant importance was also given to establishing sustainable and long-term growth coupled with a digital drive. Through the innovation and dedication of all BNF staff, the Bank continues to ensure a seamless, modern and personalised experience for its customers.

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BNF Bank is named Bank of the Year Malta 2020 by the prestigious global publication The Banker, published by the Financial Times.  Regarded as the industry standard for assessing banks globally since 1926, The Banker ‘Bank of the Year’ is the premier award that recognises the world's leading financial institutions.  The award recognises the resilience shown by banks in the face of the pandemic, how clients' needs were met with the provision of vital services, and the pivotal role banks play in society. BNF Bank is proud to be recognised for their role and efforts during a year characterised by market uncertainty and unique challenges. It is during this adversity that this award takes on an even greater significance.

This award, presented by the European Society of Quality Research http://www.esqr.org/en/ recognises organisations that are committed to economic progress, with a special emphasis on quality and customer care excellence. Delivering excellence in customer service has always been BNF Bank's topmost priority and a pillar which serves, and will continue to serve, as a backbone for our business model.

The European https://the-european.eu/ has awarded BNF Bank ‘Best SME Partner Bank Malta 2019’, acknowledging our achievements, innovation and excellence in demonstrating business acumen, good governance and expertise, which enables us to be the bank of choice for SMEs and family businesses. We have been able to nurture business relationships with tailor-made products and in particular the BNF Business Accelerate, a guaranteed instrument by the European Investment Fund (EIF) under the SME initiative and the Micro Business Account, helping SMEs grow and achieve their goals and aspirations.

International Banker https://internationalbanker.com/ has established these awards to recognise top-ranking organisations, setting new benchmarks for performance within the financial industry. This award reflects the commitment that BNF Bank has shown to four solid operational elements; a focused banking model, personalised customer service, a visible and trustworthy brand that has gone from strength to strength, and the resilience, enthusiasm and perseverance of our team in a highly competitive market.