In yet another demonstration of its determination to deploy technology to bring added value to the lives and businesses of its clients, Stanbic IBTC Bank, a member of Stanbic IBTC Holdings plc, has launched the Priority Pass, a customised card that gives holders access to unique benefits at over 700 airports.
Yinka Sanni, Stanbic IBTC Bank’s chief executive, says this represents another milestone in the drive to move customers forward by continuously introducing value-added products and services that suit their lifestyles, while giving them access to financial options wherever and whenever they want it.
Speaking at the official launch in Lagos, Sanni says the product is another step towards leveraging innovation and evolving technologies to serve customers better, saying “at Stanbic IBTC Bank, we are poised to always avail the best solutions to enhance the lives of the people we serve. This product is yet another manifestation of this quest.”
Priority Pass is the world’s largest independent airport lounge access programme. The Stanbic IBTC Priority Pass allows member’s access to over 700 airport lounges in more than 120 countries and 400 cities worldwide, including Nigeria.
In addition, the pass gives the holder comfort; makes travelling stress-free even in the event of flight delays, cancellations and crowded departure halls. It also keeps the traveller relaxed in a serene ambience until he boards a flight. The cards will be issued to Stanbic IBTC Bank’s credit card holders.
Also speaking at the event, Joyce Uredi, head of personal banking, says the introduction of Stanbic IBTC Priority Pass is as a result of the personal banking team’s constant work to meet the lifestyle needs of their customers.
“Banking is fast moving beyond just financial needs and becoming about creating an experience that fits the lifestyle of our customers. With the increased demand for a specialised brand that complements the status of our customers while speaking to convenience, Stanbic IBTC has decided to take the front seat in providing this.
“As we choose our credit holders carefully, there are no restrictions to how far we are willing to go to give them a great experience which not only defines their lifestyles but also makes banking a pleasure. This is another way by which we are moving our clients forward,” she says.
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