In a significant move set to benefit banking and hospitality clients alike, Community Bank Bangladesh PLC (CBBL) and Hotel Agrabad have recently signed a landmark business agreement. The signing ceremony, held at the Hotel Agrabad conference room in Chittagong, was attended by senior officials from both organisations, signalling the start of a collaboration aimed at offering premium benefits to customers.
The ceremony was graced by Kimiwa Saddat, Managing Director (current charge) of Community Bank, alongside Saifur Rahman, Executive Director of Hotel Agrabad. The agreement was formally signed by Zahir Ahmed, Head of Cards, representing Community Bank, and Saifur Rahman for Hotel Agrabad.
From Community Bank, senior officials present included Md Ariful Islam, Head of Corporate Banking and Head of Business (Branch); Md Mamun Ur Rahman, Head of ADC and MD’s Coordination Team; Mohammed Reaz Uddin, Branch Manager of Agrabad Branch; and Abdullah-Al-Mamun, Branch Manager of Andarkilla Branch. Hotel Agrabad was represented by Md Hasanul Islam, Acting General Manager; Sanjoy Bhowmick, Head of Sales; and Md Jamal Hossain, Deputy Chief Accountant.
Under the agreement, Hotel Agrabad will offer a series of exclusive benefits to CBBL credit and debit cardholders across all its outlets. These offers are designed to enhance customer experience, combining luxury hospitality with the convenience of banking.
| Offer | Discount Rate |
|---|---|
| Room rack rate or published rate | 60% |
| A-la-carte menu at Mallika Restaurant | 15% |
| A-la-carte menu at SOHO | 10% |
| Bakery items | 10% |
| Annual swimming pool & gym membership | 20% |
| Laundry services | 10% |
| Spa services | 20% |
Organisers highlighted that this collaboration reflects Community Bank’s ongoing commitment to delivering premium lifestyle benefits, demonstrating the bank’s focus on enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic partnerships in the hospitality sector.
A spokesperson commented, “This agreement is not merely a business transaction; it is a commitment to elevate our customers’ lifestyle and provide tangible value through our banking services.”
The partnership is expected to strengthen ties between the two organisations and provide customers with unprecedented opportunities to enjoy hotel services at highly discounted rates. It also represents a step forward in creating long-term alliances that benefit both the business and its patrons, boosting the local hospitality and banking sectors alike.
With this collaboration, cardholders can look forward to an enhanced lifestyle experience, combining financial convenience with access to some of Chittagong’s finest hospitality services.