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ArabianSupplyChain keeps you updated on the latest movements in the Middle East logistics industry. If you have an update you would like announced on this page, please email robeel.haq@itp.com
April 2010
Alba logistics appointment supports Bahrainisation
Isa Al Ansari has been promoted to chief supply chain officer of Aluminium Bahrain (Alba). The position was introduced into Alba’s executive management team after an organisational restructure in September 2009. Al Ansari, who will be reporting to chief executive Laurent Schmitt, will be responsible for the supervision, regulation and monitoring of all planning, purchase and procurement. In addition, he will comply with all standard operating procedures in supply chain, appoint and evaluate appropriate vendors and develop procurement-related strategy.
March 2010
Mike Abbas promoted as Agility Logistics
Agility veteran Mike (Mo) Abbas has been promoted from senior business development manager to director of business development, based in Kuwait.
Clarion Shipping Services hires general manager in UAE
Koert Bloemers has been appointed the general manager of Clarion Shipping Services in the United Arab Emirates. He was previously a general manager / consultant of Maersk in Afghanistan.
Philip Lester leaves Agility, joins KGL Transportation
Phillip Lester has joined KGL Transportation as senior fleet manager, with responsibility for managing, controlling and coordinating the activities of the company's asset, fleet and driver management sections. He previously worked as senior project manager at Agility (October 2006 – February 2010).
February 2010
Andrew Kemp exits as Agility's senior manager of transport support
Andrew Kemp has joined Emdad Leasing & Logistics Company as general manager in Qatar. He previously worked as senior manager of transport support at Agility for six years, in addition to country sales and marketing manager of TNT in Saudi Arabia.
Robert Mills switches roles at DHL in the Middle East
DHL veteran Robert Mills has been appointed as agents manager in the MENAT region. Robert, who has previously served as country manager in Iran and station manager in Jeddah for DHL, is now based in Bahrain and will overlook four agent countries - Libya, Yemen, Tunisia and Syria.
Rajesh Mukherjee appointed at head of supply chain at Pharmaceuticals & Consumer Group
After four-and-a-half years at Transworld, where he served as senior general manager, Rajesh Mukherjee has been appointed as the head of supply chain, distribution and demand planning at Pharmaceutical & Consumer Group in the UAE. Under his new role, Rajesh will be responsible for end-to-end supply chain management with a special focus on cool chain and controlled substance movement.
Thomas Bommer switches from Maximus to Safi Airways
Thomas Bommer has been hired as director of sales and marketing at Safi Airways for its Afghanistan, UAE and overseas markets, with responsibility for GSA agreements, branding and market communications. He was previously marketing manager at Maximus Air Cargo, where he worked for almost three years. Claus Fischer, CCO of Safi Airways, commented: "I’m delighted to welcome Thomas Bommer onboard Safi Airways and have every confidence that he will be a great asset to the airline. The carrier will immensely benefit from the wealth of knowledge, skills and international experience that he has garnered over the years."
Khawaja Fahad Khalid leaves Aramex in the UAE
After almost two years as supply chain analyst - account manager at Aramex in the UAE, Khawaja Fahad Khalid has joined Unilever as Gulf Customer Service Manager.
Paul Evans hired as vice president of FedEx Middle East operations
FedEx has announced the appointment of Paul Evans as vice president of operations in the Middle East, Africa and parts of the Indian subcontinent. The executive will be responsible for growing FedEx networks and service range across the region, as well as maximising the potential for increasing import and export volumes from many of its key emerging markets. Prior to this appointment, Evans was vice President of integration, following FedEx acquisitions of companies in the UK, India and Hungary. Together with his integration team, he focused on revenue, cost and customer experience synergy opportunities presented by the acquisitions. In addition to his integration responsibilities, he also led the development of FedEx Supply Chain Services in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
January 2010
Mark Delaney shifts from GAC Abu Dhabi to Thailand
Mark Delaney has been appointed as managing director of GAC in Thailand. The executive previously served as managing director of GAC in Abu Dhabi (July 2006 – January 2010) and general manager of Kuwait Transcontinental Shipping (July 1997 – July 2000). He hands over the management of GAC Abu Dhabi to the company’s new managing director, Ronnie Knowles, who for the past three years has spearheaded the development of GAC Pakistan’s business and operational activities
Sebastian Thomas leaves Al-Futtaim Retail, joins ZAFCO
Following a successful stint as logistics manager of Al Futtaim Logistics, for which he was awarded the Logistics Manager of the Year at the 2007 SCATA ceremony, Sebastian Thomas has joined international tyre, batteries and lubricants specialist ZAFCO as head of supply chain. He is now based at the company's warehouse in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai.
Dirkjan Mechielsen and Mark Bondonno join Kuehne + Nagel UAE
Kuehne + Nagel has announced two recent additions to their UAE National Management Team. Dirkjan Mechielsen has transferred from the Regional Management Office in Istanbul to take the role of National Seafreight Manager and Mark Bondonno has joined K+N Dubai as National Airfreight Manager having for the past 5 years held the corresponding position in DHL Danzas. Prior to moving to Dubai, Mark held Management positions in the UK with BAX Global. Christopher Smith the National Manager of K+N in the UAE said, “These appointments along with our move this month into our new purpose built facility are a sign of our future intent and commitment to the further development of our organisation, both in the UAE and in the region. We look forward to benefitting from both Dirkjan’s intimate knowledge of the GCC and Mark’s extensive Industry experience.”
Nagy Sedra leaves Dubai Industrial City
After three years as Asistant Marketing Manager - PR at Dubai Industrial City, Nagy Sedra has started a new role as Senior Journalist at Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA).
December 2009
Dileepa Wijesundera joins Qatar Airways Cargo
Qatar Airways has appointed Dileepa Wijesundera to the position of senior vice president of the Doha-based carrier’s cargo business. Wijesundera will also continue his role with Qatar Aviation Services where he has served as senior vice president of cargo for the past three years, developing Doha International Airport’s cargo hub. Qatar Airways Cargo has also announced the appointment of a new vice president of cargo sales, Niek van der weide. He joins Qatar Airways Cargo from Cargo B and has previously worked with Martinair.
Michael Proffitt joins BiS Henderson
Michael Proffitt, former CEO of Dubai Logistics City, has been appointed as strategic advisor at UK-based recruitment specialist BiS Henderson. The executive, who has also worked at Danzas and Deutsche Post in the past, will focus on 'knowledge-based supply chain recruitment', according to a statement from the company. “If you understand world leading supply chain techniques you can properly asses the clients requirements and candidate’s capabilities. However, without that in-depth knowledge how can you profess to add value to a client’s business – after all knowledge is power," commented Proffitt. “BiS Henderson has sensibly taken the time to develop its strategy over the last 10months before bringing its strategic intent to the market. I am delighted to be at the forefront of this exciting development."
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November 2009
Warren Jacob joins Transworld Logistics
Warren Jacob has been appointed as chief executive officer of Dubai-based logistics company Transworld. The industry veteran, who has previously worked in management positions at Freight Systems in Dubai and Singapore, will be based at Transworld’s US$12.25 million logistics park in Jebel Ali Free Zone. “Transworld has emerged as a leader in the Middle East logistics sector,” Jacob told Aviation Business. “My role will be to increase our engagement with our customers and partners, while creating products and services of true value, which will be industry specific and thus carving out a niche for our business.”
August 2009
David Scott leaves Liberty Logistics/SNTTA Cargo
After one and a half years as senior general manager of Liberty Logistics/SNTTA Cargo, David Scott has been appointed as general manager of Intercon Millar Logistics in Australia. During his time in the Middle East, David was also GM Freight at Al Futtaim Logistics in Dubai.
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Congratulation on your promotion and my very best wishes for your continuing success