Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) was established in 1979 as the first Islamic commercial bank in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Since its inception, BisB has recorded a steady growth. At the end of 2008, the shareholders' funds reached nearly BD166 million Bahraini Dinars, with assets in excess of BD874 million. The Bank has been maintaining its leading position in the Islamic banking sector through adopting innovative Islamic investment and financing products, supported by superior retail and corporate banking services. The Bank is listed on the Bahrain Stock Exchange. The major shareholders are leading local and regional financial institutions. The Bank operates under the supervision and the regulatory framework of the Central Bank of Bahrain. The Bank, with 9 local branches, has established the largest network among Islamic banks in the Kingdom. These branches offer quality banking services, financing and investment opportunities compliant with Sharia'a requirement for individual and corporate customers.