• International recognition for leadership in corporate banking, digital transformation and sustainable finance
• The awards reflect the bank's continued investments in technology, innovation and customer experience
Raiffeisen Bank Albania has been awarded three of the most prestigious international banking industry awards within the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, being announced:
• “Best Bank for Corporates in Albania”
• “Best Digital Bank in Albania”
• “Best Bank for ESG in Albania”
These ratings represent an important international recognition for the strategy that Raiffeisen Bank has pursued over the years, continuously investing in digital transformation, developing innovative solutions for customers, supporting Albanian business and promoting a banking model based on sustainability. They confirm the bank's role as a reliable partner for individuals, businesses and institutions, as well as its position as one of the leading financial institutions in the country.
The “Best Corporate Bank in Albania” award recognizes Raiffeisen Bank’s leadership in providing modern services to corporate clients. Through advanced digital platforms, automated processes, innovative solutions, financing and integration with the most advanced European payment standards, the bank enables businesses to operate faster, more securely and with greater efficiency.
The “Best Digital Bank in Albania” rating is the result of continuous investments in technology and innovation. The Raiffeisen ON and Raiffeisen Youth platforms, fully online services, automated lending, investment and payment processes, cloud migration, as well as the continuous development of digital products, have created a modern, intuitive and secure banking experience, setting new standards in the Albanian banking market.
While the “Best ESG Bank in Albania” award recognizes the bank’s long-term commitment to integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of its activity. Through financing green projects, supporting businesses in the transition to a sustainable economy, partnerships with international financial institutions and ongoing investments in the community, Raiffeisen Bank continues to create positive impact and long-term value for customers and society.
Christian Canacaris, CEO of Raiffeisen Bank Albania, said: “These three awards are an important international recognition of the journey we have built together with our clients and the extraordinary dedication of the Raiffeisen Bank Albania team. They confirm that our strategy to invest in technology, innovation and sustainable development is bringing concrete results and creating real value for our clients.
For us, digital transformation is not just a technological development, but a way to make banking simpler, faster and more accessible. Business support is not only measured by the financing we provide, but also by the ability to help enterprises grow and become more competitive. While sustainability is not a separate objective, but a responsibility that guides the way we build the future.
This assessment motivates us to continue investing with the same dedication, bringing innovative solutions and remaining the most reliable financial partner for our clients and for the development of the Albanian economy.”
The three awards won this year represent the three strategic pillars on which Raiffeisen Bank Albania is building its future: business support, digital transformation and sustainable development. They are a confirmation that innovation, responsibility and customer orientation remain at the heart of the bank's vision to create long-term value for customers, partners and the community.
The Euromoney Awards for Excellence are considered among the most prestigious accolades in the global financial industry. For more than three decades, they have recognized financial institutions that stand out for their performance, innovation, service quality, business transformation and impact on the markets in which they operate.
