In a spirit of environmental support for Bahrain, 36 volunteers from American Express Middle East participated in a beach clean up drive to mark the International Clean up Day in Hawar Island yesterday. This community effort was organized by the Aquatic World Awareness Responsibility & Education (AWARE), as part of a global effort to help protect underwater environments and spread awareness of a cleaner natural habitat.
Mohamed Danish, Human Resources Director for American Express Middle East and North Africa said: “Our participation in this drive is a reflection of American Express’ commitment to the local community in Bahrain. We believe that supporting such an environmental cause is an important part of contributing to the
socio-economic prosperity of Bahrain. We are happy that this provided us an enriching experience, working hand in hand with other volunteers dedicated to making our community a better place to live.”
The International Clean Up Day witnessed over 300,000 volunteers, including divers and shoreline participants of all ages, in more than 100 countries participating in clean up activities with an estimated 3.6 million kilograms of debris cleared off the shores across the world.
About American Express:
American Express Company is a diversified worldwide travel, financial and network Services Company founded in 1850. It is a world leader in charge and credit cards, Travellers Cheques, travel, financial planning, business services, insurance and international banking.
AMEX (Middle East) B.S.C. (c) - AEME established its presence in the Middle East in 1959 and set up its first office in Bahrain in 1979. In 1992, American Express became a joint venture company owned by Mawarid Investment Limited and American Express.
Operating in 18 markets in the Middle East and North Africa region, AEME issues dollar currency Credit and Charge Cards: Personal (Green), Gold, Platinum as well as Company and Corporate Cards. Since 2001, with the introduction of its first local currency Credit Card in the United Arab Emirates, AEME has been introducing a range of local currency Credit Cards across the region.
American Express Cards are accepted at millions of locations in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
