Abdulaziz Busbate is new DHL Express CEO for MENA region
Effective January 1, 2025
DHL Express has appointed Abdulaziz Busbate as the new CEO for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, effective January 1, 2025.
Busbate will succeed Nour Suliman, who recently transitioned to a non-executive advisory role within DHL Group as President of the MENA region. Based in Manama, Bahrain, Busbate will report directly to John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express.
Bringing 24 years of extensive management experience with DHL Express, Busbate’s career has been marked by leadership and growth across various roles. His journey began in Saudi Arabia, where he led commercial teams and contributed to the organisation’s significant profitable growth.
In 2014, he moved to Bahrain as country manager, focusing on service improvements and commercial development. By 2021, Busbate returned to Saudi Arabia as managing director, where he successfully drove forward the company’s strategic goals. His efforts included enhancing service quality, investing in infrastructure and capacity, and fostering local workforce development.
John Pearson commented on the appointment: “We are excited to welcome Abdulaziz Busbate to this pivotal role. His extensive experience, proven track record, and deep understanding of the region will be invaluable as we continue to drive growth and innovation in the MENA market. This market remains strategically important for our customers and a source of talented, motivated employees.”
Busbate shared his vision for the role: “I’m honoured to lead this great team and build upon our strong foundations in this diverse, dynamic, and entrepreneurial region. I will focus on expanding DHL’s leadership position in the Middle East and North Africa, enabling growth, and delivering exceptional customer service.
“We will continue to invest in making DHL a Great Place to Work for our people and a pioneer of sustainable logistics, delivering a positive contribution to the communities we serve.”
As CEO of DHL Express MENA, Busbate’s leadership will be crucial in navigating the fast-paced logistics market in the region. His extensive experience in improving service standards and operational capabilities positions him well to spearhead DHL’s strategic growth and development. With its expanding trade volumes and strategic importance, the MENA region is an essential focus for DHL Express. Busbate’s leadership will be key in sustaining the company’s market position and pioneering sustainable solutions.
The appointment comes as the logistics industry undergoes rapid transformations driven by technological advancements and growing demand for efficient supply chain solutions. DHL’s commitment to enhancing its infrastructure and workforce development under Busbate’s leadership aligns with its broader innovation and sustainability goals.
Hero image: Abdulaziz Busbate. Credit: DHL Express
