Saudia launches revamped SABB-Alfursan Mastercard Platinum credit card

Bashaar Al-Qunaibit, deputy managing director of retail banking and wealth management, SABB
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Updated 06 October 2021
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Saudia launches revamped SABB-Alfursan Mastercard Platinum credit card

Saudi Arabian Airlines, the Kingdom’s national carrier, has announced the launch of the revamped SABB-Alfursan Mastercard Platinum co-branded credit card in partnership with the Saudi British Bank.

The Alfursan co-branded card, which was previously available with Alawwal Bank has been revamped with strong market-leading benefits and features under the SABB credit card suite. The revamped proposition offers up to 25,000 Alfursan reward bonus miles to new customers. which is one of the best joining bonus offers in the Kingdom.

Commenting on the launch, Saudia VP Marketing and Product Management Essam Akhonbay said: “Saudia is committed to providing Alfursan members with a broad spectrum of travel products to deliver convenience, flexibility and value.

Through this partnership with SABB, guests have access to unmatched offers, making it even easier to plan memorable travel moments.”

Deputy Managing Director of Retail Banking and Wealth Management at SABB Bashaar Al-Qunaibit said: “SABB, with its enhanced scale and capabilities post-merger, is well-positioned to offer customers the best in market products aligned with their requirements. We are proud to partner with the Kingdom’s flagship carrier Saudia and Mastercard to bring this high-value, travel-focused credit card. This product launch is part of our strategy to provide the most comprehensive range of products across travel, digital, and other spend categories, with generously rewarding loyalty programs for our diverse set of customers.”

Maria Medvedeva, vice president and country business development lead, Saudi Arabia, Mastercard, added: “The past year has reinforced how important travel is to our connection with friends, family and our business communities. As we navigate a post-pandemic world, we are hopeful to witness how the travel sector is on the road to recovery as it responds to a transformed ecosystem in which consumers demand more innovation than ever before.”

We are committed to working with our partners to continue evolving and delivering innovative solutions to adapt to our consumers’ needs and offering them a simple, secure and rewarding payment experience.”


LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

Updated 25 February 2026
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LuLu marks Founding Day with ‘Made in Saudi’ campaign

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources honored LuLu Hypermarket in recognition of its pivotal role as the exclusive retail partner of the “Najoud Bikhairna 2026” initiative, commending its continued efforts in supporting and empowering national industries while showcasing the quality and competitiveness of locally manufactured products.

The initiative, led by the ministry in partnership with the Saudi Export Development Authority, represented by the Made in Saudi program, stands as a pioneering model of public-private sector collaboration in activating community-driven initiatives with sustainable impact. Through this program, more than 280,000 Saudi-made products were distributed to 10,000 families across various regions of the Kingdom during the holy month of Ramadan, reinforcing the presence of national products and strengthening the values of social solidarity among individuals and institutions alike.
The ministry’s recognition of LuLu Hypermarket coincided with the official launch of its Saudi Founding Day celebrations at the Dharat Laban branch in Riyadh, marked by the unveiling of a comprehensive promotional campaign dedicated to Saudi-made products. On this occasion, a wide range of special offers was introduced on local products, available across all LuLu Hypermarket branches throughout the Kingdom.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mohammed bin Dayel, general supervisor of the Made in Saudi program at the Saudi Export Development Authority, and Mohamed Haris, director of LuLu Saudi Arabia, alongside members of LuLu’s executive management team. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the specially designed Founding Day gateway.
Following the inauguration, guests toured several dedicated zones and exhibitions highlighting national products. The tour commenced at the grocery and “Made in Saudi” consumer goods sections, showcasing the diversity and quality of local brands. It also included the “Made in Saudi” dates pavilion, presenting a premium selection of the finest locally sourced dates in celebration of one of the Kingdom’s most iconic national symbols.
The visit continued to the fruits and vegetables section under the theme “From Our Land,” featuring an exceptional assortment of Saudi agricultural products, reflecting the richness and excellence of the local agricultural sector. Guests also explored the LuLu private label corner, which features products exclusively manufactured within the Kingdom for LuLu, reaffirming the company’s commitment to supporting local manufacturing.
The tour concluded with a presentation of “Made in Saudi” products within the chilled and frozen categories, underscoring the rapid growth and qualitative advancement of the Kingdom’s food manufacturing sector, and further reinforcing the strong market position and competitiveness of Saudi products.