BBK Launches a Comprehensive Suite of Sustainable Finance Products

20 Jan 2026

BBK, a leader in retail and corporate banking in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the launch of a comprehensive suite of sustainable finance products, under the Bank’s Sustainable Finance framework.

This strategic initiative underscores BBK’s leadership in delivering innovative financing solutions and reaffirms its commitment to embedding sustainability across all banking operations. By supporting the transition to a greener economy and promoting responsible financial practices, the initiative aligns with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national sustainability agenda and global ESG standards.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Yaser Alsharifi, Group Chief Executive of BBK, said that the launch of the sustainable finance products represents a significant milestone in the Bank’s journey to embed sustainability as a core pillar across its operations, services, and banking offerings, and said:

“We believe that the financial and banking sector plays a pivotal role in supporting the transition towards a more balanced and sustainable green economy. Through these products, we seek to encourage individuals and businesses to make responsible financial choices that align with ESG standards, while delivering long-term positive impact on both society and the wider economy.”

Mr. Alsharifi further noted that these products reflect the Bank’s long-term vision to align its operations with global best practices in sustainability, while supporting national development priorities and Bahrain Vision 2030, which aims to shape a sustainable future for all.

“BBK will continue to advance high-impact products and initiatives that create long-term value for upcoming generations, while reinforcing its position as a leading financial institution in the field of responsible finance,” said Mr. Alsharifi.

Mr. Mohamed Alaali, Chief of Strategy and Sustainability at BBK, said the launch of the sustainable finance products reflects the Bank’s long-term commitment to embedding sustainability at the heart of its corporate strategy. He explained that the products are designed to deliver responsible financing solutions that support economic growth while generating measurable positive impact for communities and the environment. Developed to

meet the evolving needs of both individuals and businesses, the offerings support the transition toward more sustainable practices and reinforce BBK’s position as a leading financial institution advancing a comprehensive sustainable finance framework that integrates ESG considerations into product development, in step with economic transformation and long-term growth objectives.

The newly launched suite includes a range of financing solutions tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. Among these offerings is electric vehicle financing, aimed at encouraging the adoption of environmentally friendly transportation solutions. This product enables customers to benefit from a deferred first instalment for six months, discounted bank fees, a quick approval process, competitive interest rates, and zero down payment.

The suite also includes green trade finance, which offers preferential rates for sustainable trade finance transactions, extended repayment tenors of up to 270 days, and support for trade activities that are ESG-aligned. In addition, the Bank provides sustainable business finance, offering specialized ESG advisory services, certification support and flexible financing tenors tailored to the needs of SMEs.

Within the housing segment, the Bank offers social housing finance, supporting Bahrain’s sustainable finance framework and aiming to facilitate home ownership for citizens in a more accessible and responsible manner. The product provides a cash back of BD 1,000 upon approval of social housing finance under Tas’heel and Tas’heel+ programs, financing of up to 115% of the property value, repayment periods extending up to 30 years, competitive interest rates, and additional financing options for home furnishing and other related needs.

The suite further includes educational finance, designed to support investment in human capital. This product allows customers to defer the first instalment for 180 days and offers a streamlined application process with rapid approval, highly competitive interest rates, finance protection insurance, flexible finance repayment terms of up to 7 years, and financing amounts of up to BD 40,000.

BBK invites all those who are interested in benefiting from its sustainable finance products to visit any BBK branch or contact the Bank on 17207777 for individuals and 17207772 for institutions for further information and product details.