BankAtlantic, Florida’s Most Convenient Bank, Sets New Sea Record with 100th NCR ATM On Board Newest Carnival Cruise Lines “Fun Ship”
Latest in self-service technology sets sail for convenient banking services
Ft. Lauderdale, FL – April 17, 2007 - BankAtlantic, one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida, has inaugurated its 100th ship-based automated teller machine (ATM). Carnival Cruise Lines’ newest Fun Ship, “Carnival Freedom,” features the 100th seafaring unit from NCR.
The NCR Personas 77 and its two additional Personas 77 on-board shipmates, offers passengers and crew alike the convenience of anytime banking, anywhere their travels may take them. BankAtlantic pioneered the concept of linking satellite communications technology with ATMs in a shipboard environment in 1995, and then launched its first nautical ATM placements over 10 years ago. BankAtlantic’s offshore fleet now serves all seven seas through partnerships with the world’s leading cruise lines.
Carnival Freedom was officially named in ceremonies recently taking place in Venice this month and is currently embarked on its inaugural season of Mediterranean cruises. The amenity-rich, 110,000-ton Fun Ship will carry up to 3,700 guests on European, Transatlantic and Eastern and Western Caribbean routes.
“BankAtlantic continuously evaluates and executes on our commitment to customer convenience,” stated Jarett Levan, Chief Executive Officer, BankAtlantic. “With a network of ship and land based ATMs, including those located in Native American gaming casinos and aboard ships of 5 major cruise lines, entertainment centers and sports arenas, BankAtlantic operates collectively more than 250 ATMs providing convenient banking services around the clock and around the world.”
Andy Orent, vice president of NCR’s Financial Solutions Division for North America, said, “The ubiquitous ATM continues to go wherever consumers demand convenience. We have ATMs near the peaks of the world’s tallest mountains, in vacation venues the world-over, in retail stores, in temporary and permanent set-up for many sports and entertainment venues and even at Buckingham Palace. NCR is committed to bringing self-service to the consumer in ways and places that continue to evolve with consumer demand.”
About BankAtlantic:
BankAtlantic, "Florida's Most Convenient Bank", with $6 billion in assets and more than 90 stores is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida and provides a comprehensive offering of banking services and products via its broad network of community stores throughout Florida and its online banking division - BankAtlantic.com. BankAtlantic operates more than 250 conveniently located ATMs. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week and offers holiday hours, extended weekday hours, including several stores open until midnight, Totally Free Online Banking & Bill Pay, 24/7 Customer Service Center, Totally Free Change Exchange coin counters and free retail and business checking with a free gift. For further information visit www.BankAtlantic.com
* A few locations have limited hours due to building restrictions.
About NCR Corporation:
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is a leading global technology company helping businesses build stronger relationships with their customers. NCR’s Teradata® data warehouses, ATMs, retail systems, self-service solutions and IT services provide Relationship Technology™ that maximizes the value of customer interactions and helps organizations create a stronger competitive position. Based in Dayton, Ohio, NCR (www.ncr.com) employs approximately 28,900 people worldwide.
NCR and Teradata are trademarks or registered trademarks of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.
Contacts:
NCR Corporation, Lorraine Russell, lorraine.russell@ncr.com, (937) 445-3784.
BankAtlantic, Hattie Hess, hhess@BankAtlantic.com, (954) 940-6383.
