2020 ushered in a new look for Bank of Valletta staff as the BOV uniform underwent a transformation. For the first time in twenty years, the Bank departed from its traditional grey and maroon colours, opting for a palette of blues, white and maroon.

Last month Bank of Valletta revealed its new look uniform, a look that reflects a contemporary institution underlined by a proud Maltese heritage, the bank said in a press release.

“21 new garments were designed giving staff a greater variety of styles to choose from. The uniform is sharper, provides a more professional look and allows an element of individuality and personal style, which in turn, create a very interesting effect", said Rita Demarco from BOV Customer Service Centre, also a Couturiere & Consultant in this field.

Elaine Fenech from BOV Human Resources stated: “Uniforms tend to get stale and boring. We wanted something that is versatile and provides employees with different choices and looks. So if I feel like wearing a blue shirt, I can, if I want to wear my scarf in a different way, I can. Apart from having a professional look, we made sure to address style, quality and comfort“.

“The new uniform was chosen by a group of employees, who worked closely with the supplier,” declared Jes Sciberras from BOV PR & Marketing. “Trials were carried out prior to production stage, and the Bank listened to staff feedback. This resulted in a smart uniform that fits all shapes and sizes.”

In addition to the new uniforms, BOV has been undergoing structural changes. By January 2020, it had implemented a complete overhaul of its core digital systems, as it continues to modernise its systems.

Malta’s largest bank has been in the spotlight throughout 2019 due to a massive de-risking exercise, imposed by national and supranational regulators, resulting in the closing off of relationships and a massive attempt to plug gaps in client data.