12 August 2008 Sports Enthusiasts Enjoy Greater Insurance Benefits With American Express
American Express, the Credit Card acquired and issued in Sri Lanka solely by Nations Trust Bank PLC announced the tie up with Allianz Insurance Lanka Limited, in a bid to enhance the insurance cover offered to Green, Gold and Corporate Cardmembers. In addition to the existing benefits such as personal accident cover, trip delay or cancellation and loss of baggage, the enhanced offers will provide increased facilities offering overseas travel, security, protection for the main Cardmember and his/her family. Cardmembers may also now for the first time in Sri Lanka enjoy four new unique features available exclusively for American Express Cardmembers.
1. Golfer’s Hole-in-One
In celebration of achieving a hole in one during a tournament played outside Sri Lanka, Cardmembers stand the chance to have their expenses reimbursed by American Express, subject to a maximum limit of USD 250. The tournament should be played at a golf course recognized by the United States Golfer’s Association (USGA).
2. Grand Prix Checkered Flag
When a Cardmember purchases tickets to the Formula One/Grand Prix races and should the event be cancelled due to adverse weather, American Express will reimburse the Tickets up to USD 1,000.
3. Tennis Winning Sets
In the event of cancellations of the semi-finals or finals of any Tennis Championship such as the Wimbledon, US Open, Australian Open or the French Open matches – American Express will reimburse the Cardmember’s ticket up to the value of USD 750.
4. World Cup Specials
American Express will reimburse the Ticket up to USD 500 for cancellations of any World Cup Semi Finals/Finals match for Rugby, Soccer or Cricket.
Commenting on these new services, Renuka Fernando DGM Consumer Banking at Nations Trust Bank PLC said, “We are pleased to offer our Cardmembers enhanced insurance covers in addition to these exciting new privileges and we are certain these unmatched offers will be of great value especially to those interested in sports. As a premium card in the market our goal is to continuously offer innovative new services and privileges making American Express simply the best card in your wallet,” she added.
