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NDB Bank celebrates Privilege Centre opening with exclusive client event at Havelock Town branch

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August 14, 2025

In its continued efforts to deliver excellence and sophistication in customer experience, NDB Bank recently hosted an exclusive engagement event for its Privilege clientele of Havelock Town Branch, coinciding with the opening of the newly refurbished NDB Privilege Centre at the Havelock Town Branch.

The event marked yet another milestone in the Bank’s journey of elevating service standards and offering refined, personalised banking environments for its high-net-worth customers.

The newly enhanced Privilege Centre is designed to reflect the evolving expectations of the Bank’s most discerning clients, offering greater privacy, comfort, and convenience in an environment curated for focused financial advisory and bespoke banking solutions. This initiative is part of NDB’s broader commitment to continuously invest in infrastructure and experiences that align with its clients’ lifestyles and aspirations.

MEER VERHALEN VAN The Island

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