Suez Canal Bank”s Shehab Zeidan Named ‘Digital Banker of the Year’ at MENA Banking Excellence Awards 2026
Shehab Zeidan, Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Suez Canal Bank, has been named Digital Banker of the Year at the MENA Banking Excellence Awards 2026 for Retail Banking, Digital Banking, and SME Banking, in recognition of his leadership in driving the bank's digital transformation and innovation strategy.
Zeidan received the award following an independent evaluation conducted by a panel of senior banking and financial services experts. The awards recognized outstanding banks and financial institutions from 11 countries across the Middle East and North Africa for excellence in digital banking, payments, customer experience, financial inclusion, innovation, and SME banking.
The recognition reflects Suez Canal Bank's successful implementation of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy focused on developing innovative banking solutions, enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening the bank's competitive position within Egypt's banking sector.
The award also highlights Zeidan's leadership in advancing institutional transformation, accelerating the adoption of advanced digital technologies, and fostering a culture of innovation across the bank. His efforts have aligned closely with the Central Bank of Egypt's strategic objectives of accelerating digital transformation and expanding financial inclusion.
The 2026 edition of the MENA Banking Excellence Awards featured strong competition among regional financial institutions, with judges evaluating participants based on their ability to deliver measurable business outcomes through technology and innovation rather than simply introducing new digital initiatives.
Zeidan's recognition underscores Suez Canal Bank's growing reputation as a leader in digital banking and reinforces the institution's commitment to building a technology-driven banking model that supports sustainable growth and long-term customer value.