Sohar Islamic Bank

Sohar Islamic, the Shari’ah-compliant window of Sohar International, is committed to providing innovative financial solutions rooted in Islamic values. With a growing presence across Oman, the bank is focused on delivering modern banking experiences that honor tradition while embracing future-ready technologies.
In collaboration with Bates Pan Gulf, Dubai, we reimagined the Sohar Islamic website with a refined, mobile-responsive interface and a powerful content management system built on Strapi. The goal was to create a streamlined digital platform that enables effortless content control, superior performance, and a consistent user experience aligned with the bank’s ethical and service-driven mission.

Our Approach:

• Modern Frontend Architecture: Leveraged Next.js to build a dynamic, fast-loading interface that enhances both usability and SEO.

• CMS Implementation: Integrated Strapi as the backend CMS to provide content editors with an intuitive, code-free environment for managing pages and updates.

• Data Layer: Used PostgreSQL for secure, scalable data management and smooth integration with backend services.

• Media Delivery: Incorporated Cloudinary to handle all media assets efficiently, ensuring high-quality image rendering and optimized performance.

• Location Integration: Embedded Google Maps API to support branch and ATM locator features, improving accessibility for users.

• Custom Layout System: Developed a flexible layout builder with reusable widgets and modules to support future content and design expansions.

• Performance & Mobile Optimization: Focused on fast page loads, responsive design, and search engine visibility for maximum user reach.