Gulf Finance House (GFH) was declared the winner of the “Best Islamic Investment Bank in Bahrain in 201” at the prestigious CFI.co Awards held recently. The CFI award program identifies and applauds individuals and organizations that add true value with their operations in niche areas. The Bank was recognized for its steadfast approach to investing primarily in high quality infrastructure and private equity projects that help provide sustainable growth opportunities in the region. GFH's innovative approach to Islamic financial structures and recent recognized restructuring activities for the bank and its projects that benefit all stakeholders has placed the Bank as a leading example. Hisham AlRayes, Acting CEO of GFH, said: “We at GFH are proud that the Bank has been recognized and awarded the ‘Best Islamic Investment Bank in Bahrain' by Capital Finance International.” “Receiving this award is a testament of GFH's commitment to formulate and operate in niche and profitable areas. Over the years we have earned a formidable reputation for securing innovative investment opportunities that reward investors with excellent returns, in recent years we have excelled in restructuring activities and reigniting the business and hence we are proud to receive this award in recognition.” “We always continue to identify and create investment opportunities that balance risk with reward with an aim to provide unique Islamic investment banking offerings to our investors and shareholders,” he added. – SG