Scotiatrust Bahamas has acquired the trust and private banking business of MeesPierson (Bahamas) Limited.
Senior Vice President Doug Stewart says *”Scotiatrust has been part of The Bahamas for 45 years and we remain committed to serving our customers with continued excellence in products and services. This acquisition will make Scotiatrust one of the largest private banks on the island, and will enable us to bring our unique and innovative financial solutions to a new group of customers.”*
Mr. Stewart describes the acquisition as an ideal addition to Scotia’s operation, indicating that the company hopes to continue to expand its operations in this area. Scotiatrust provides specialised trust services to clients worldwide. Scotiabank was established in The Bahamas in 1965, and currently operates 18 branches, providing a full range of retail and commercial banking services.