Kimiwa Saddat has been appointed as additional managing director (AMD) and chief business officer at NRB Bank PLC, the lender confirmed.

The appointment, effective yesterday, places Saddat in a dual executive role overseeing the bank's broader business strategy and operations.

Saddat joins the senior management team at a time when NRB Bank is navigating a competitive landscape in Bangladesh's banking sector.

The addition of a dedicated chief business officer signals a strategic focus on commercial growth and operational efficiency within the group.

Prior to this appointment, Saddat held a senior position within the organization, though specific details of his previous role were not fully elaborated in the initial announcement.

His promotion reflects the bank's internal talent development strategy.