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Appointments Business

Aduna appoints Anthony Bartolo as CEO

Dan Ngiam 10/01/2025 0

Head of Ericsson’s new venture Aduna, a new venture launched in September 2024 by Ericsson in partnership with major global telecom operators, has announced the appointment of Anthony Bartolo as its new CEO. The company name, Aduna, is derived from the Latin term for “many entities

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Omar Sarieddine assumes Deputy-CEO role at 9Yards Communications

News Desk 1 23/12/2024 0

9Yards Communications, one of the region’s most dynamic and rapidly expanding integrated marketing agencies, has today announced the promotion of Omar Sarieddine to the role of Deputy-CEO, effective immediately. Sarieddine, previously holding the role of Chief Strategy & Operations Officer, has been an instrumental catalyst in transforming 9Yards from its small

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David DE CRAEMER appointed CEO of Aginode

News Desk 1 18/12/2024 0

Effective December 10, 2024, David DE CRAEMER is appointed CEO of Aginode, a company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and sales of connectivity solutions for digital networks in FTTx, Mobile, LAN, and Datacenter markets. Aginode has been part of the investment portfolio of Syntagma Capital since November 1, 2023. David DE CRAEMER joins Aginode with […]

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CEOs Advisory Council of UAE Banks Federation Reviews Banking Sector Performance in 2024

News Desk 1 12/12/2024 0

The CEOs Advisory Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the representative and unified voice of UAE banks, held its fourth and final regular meeting this year recently, under the chairmanship of His Excellency Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of UAE Banks Federation, to review the performance of the banking sector during 2024. The council also […]

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Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, Affirms Leading Position at Doha Forum 2024

News Desk 1 09/12/2024 0

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, took part in this year’s Doha Forum, highlighting the airline’s commitment to sustainable growth, its strategic partnerships and focus on innovation with CNN anchor and correspondent, Ms. Julia Chatterley. The 22nd edition of the Doha Forum was held under the patronage of His Highness the […]

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Steigenberger Hotels GmbH appoints new Managing Director

News Desk 1 04/12/2024 0

Steigenberger Hotels GmbH announces the appointment of Dr. Stephan Hungeling as Chief Transformation Officer and Managing Director of Steigenberger Hotels GmbH. Continuing in his current role as CEO of H World International, Oliver Bonke will also become a member of the Supervisory Board of the Steigenberger Hotels GmbH, as of 1 April, 2025, when he […]

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Raxio Group, Africa’s Most Expansive Data Centre Network, Appoints Robert Skjødt as CEO

News Desk 1 02/12/2024 0

Raxio Group, the data centre provider with the widest footprint across African markets, has appointed Robert Skjødt as Chief Executive Officer. Leveraging his extensive background in management of infrastructure development and operations across Africa, Skjødt will spearhead Raxio’s next phase of expansion, planning to at least double the company’s presence

Appointments Automotive

Achim Puchert is new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Trucks

News Desk 2 22/11/2024 0

Succeeding Karin Rådström The Supervisory Board of Daimler Truck Holding AG has appointed Achim Puchert as the new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, effective December 1, 2024. Puchert, CEO and President of Mercedes-Benz do Brasil and Latin America, will succeed Karin Rådström, who is transitioning to Chairwoman of Daimler Truck Holding AG. Puchert, 45, brings a […]

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Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education, extends warm greetings on the occasion of World Children’s Day

News Desk 1 20/11/2024 0

On this World Children’s Day, we celebrate every child’s right to a promising future, made possible through access to quality education. Every child deserves a world where they can safely explore, learn, and grow in a sustainable environment. At Alef Education, we believe integrating technology into education can bridge gaps, promote inclusion, and create equal […]

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After building the region’s first ultra platform, Abdallah Abu Sheikh departs as CEO

News Desk 1 12/11/2024 0

Astra Tech, an Emirati consumer technology holding group in the MENA region, announces the departure of its Founder and CEO, Abdallah Abu Sheikh. Abdallah is stepping down from his role and selling his stakes to the existing shareholders. This carefully planned transition ensures the company’s continued growth, sustainability, and scalability.  Journey of

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ITRS Appoints Ryan Terpstra as CEO

News Desk 1 04/11/2024 0

ITRS, the leading provider of real-time IT monitoring and observability solutions, today announces the appointment of Ryan Terpstra as CEO. Terpstra succeeds Guy Warren, who has decided to step down from executive roles to spend more time with his family, after successfully leading the company for over a decade. Terpstra brings more than two decades […]

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Statement by Geoffrey Alphonso, CEO of Alef Education On the UAE Flag Day 2024

News Desk 1 03/11/2024 0

The UAE Flag Day is a significant national celebration that pays tribute to the principles of peace and unity instilled in the nation by the founding fathers and other visionary leaders. It’s a day when people and organisations across the nation come together to renew their spirit and proudly raise the national flag, under which […]

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Vertiv Names Scott Armul to Lead Global Portfolio and Business Units

News Desk 1 01/11/2024 0

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today announced that on January 1, 2025, Scott Armul will be promoted to executive vice president, global portfolio and business units, reporting to Vertiv CEO Giordano (Gio) Albertazzi. Armul will focus on driving a growth-oriented global portfolio strategy, as Vertiv

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Paul Jones, an expert in population genomics, appointed CEO of M42’s Omics Centre of Excellence

News Desk 1 30/10/2024 0

As part of its commitment to maximizing the positive impact of genomics on health, M42, a tech-enabled global health powerhouse, has appointed Paul Jones as the Chief Executive Officer of its Omics Centre of Excellence. The Omics Centre of Excellence plays a crucial role in M42’s global efforts to drive innovation in healthcare systems and […]

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CirrusLabs Welcomes Nagaraj Padmanabhan as Chief Executive Officer of the Middle East and African Markets

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

CirrusLabs, a US-based software product and technology services provider with a branch in UAE since 2022, has made a game-changing move by appointing Nagaraj Padmanabhan, a former Deloitte Partner with two decades of consulting experience, as its new Chief Executive Officer for the Middle East and African markets. This strategic appointment is set to turbocharge […]

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M42 appoints Paul Jones as CEO of its Omics Centre of Excellence

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

As part of its commitment to maximizing the positive impact of genomics on health, M42, a tech-enabled global health powerhouse, has appointed Paul Jones as the Chief Executive Officer of its Omics Centre of Excellence. The Omics Centre of Excellence serves as a vital component of M42’s global focus in driving innovation in healthcare systems […]

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WizzFinancial appoints Samir Vidhate as CEO of Xpress Money

News Desk 1 03/10/2024

WizzFinancial Group, a global fintech platform specializing in local payments and cross-border remittance, foreign exchange, lending, and payment gateway solutions, has announced the appointment of Samir Vidhate as Chief Executive Officer of Xpress Money, its B2B money services division. Based in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and regulated by the Financial Services

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epiplex.ai Appoints Raghunath Subramanian as CEO to Drive Global Expansion of AI Powered Knowledge Discovery

News Desk 1 25/09/2024

epiplex.ai (formerly known as Epiance Software) a leading provider of AI-powered Process Discovery and Intelligence platform, is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Raghunath Subramanian as its new Global President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In his role as Global President and CEO, Mr. Raghu will drive the company’s strategic vision of

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Arab Basalt Fiber Company Appoints Dr Hoshiar Yossif Molod as New CEO

News Desk 1 15/09/2024

Arab Basalt Fiber Company (ABFC), a prominent UAE-based producer of Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer (BFRP) rebars and a subsidiary of Arab Mining Company – Fujairah, has announced the appointment of Dr Hoshiar Yossif Molod as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dr Molod, with over 25 years of experience in leadership roles across major regional […]

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Qualcomm President and CEO Cristiano Amon to Deliver Keynote at Global AI Summit in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 06/09/2024

Qualcomm President and CEO, Cristiano Amon, will participate in a fireside chat at Global AI Summit (GAIN) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on September 11, 2024. GAIN, organized by the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA), will bring together global leaders in artificial intelligence (AI) to explore the latest advancements and discuss the impact of AI […]