With the opening of this branch, the Bank’s network now covers eleven (11) branches across the country. The new 2,000 sq. ft Branch is located in the heart of Nairobi’s industrial area on Enterprise Road, Homa Bay roundabout opposite Volvo plant.

The branch was inaugurated in a high profile ceremony that was held on Wednesday evening (28th October 09) at the branch location. Addressing the function, Mr. Nathif Adam, FCB CEO said, "We have been expanding our services in targeted growth areas within Nairobi and we are extremely pleased to be able to come to Industrial Area. This is our 7th branch in Nairobi and we are very excited to be able to directly serve the business community of this important commercial area and its environs. Our customers will enjoy the accessibility, convenience and latest banking technology of the new branch for all their personal and business banking needs”

Also speaking at the function, Mr. Mohamed Shariff, a prominent Nairobi businessman and a member of Nairobi Jamia Mosque committee on behalf of the business community congratulated the bank for the quick expansion of its branch network across the country. He particularly appreciated the bank's coming to Industrial area and assured the bank that it will find a viable market with a large body of discerning customers. He conveyed his best wishes for the Bank and expressed hope that the bank will continue with its expansion program and take its much needed services to more cities and localities within the country.

The Bank which started operations about 15 months ago has so far established 11 branches across the country. With the addition of 6 other branches to be launched during the current quarter of 2009, the bank will close the year with 17 branches. It is also worth mentioning that the bank has already achieved licenses from both the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) and plans to undertake Sharia compliant subsidiary activities shortly in the fields of investment banking and insurance (Takaful).