Samer Kaissi has been appointed as the Country Manager for the UAE
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of the DHL Group, recently announced its complete acquisition of Danzas AEI Emirates to further accelerate profitability and growth in the Middle East and Africa region.
Following this acquisition, Samer Kaissi has been appointed as Country Manager, DHL Global Forwarding UAE. He will also take on additional responsibility as Chief Executive Officer, Gulf DHL Global Forwarding, with immediate effect.
Samer will report to Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding Middle East Africa (MEA). The Gulf cluster includes the UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Proven track record
“Samer’s proven track record and deep understanding of the market will be integral to our future growth. With this strategic appointment, we are empowering businesses of all sizes to navigate the region’s dynamic growth landscape confidently,” noted Diallo.
Samer started his career with the Group as Country Manager for DGF Lebanon in 1998. Thereafter, he was appointed VP of Airfreight Emerging Markets before he took over as CEO Danzas for Dubai and Northern Emirates, a role he has held for the past 13 years.
Samer has delivered an outstanding growth path, building an organization of over 1,100 associates driving market leadership in the UAE, and implemented the first-ever Electric Vehicle Logistics Hub in Dubai, the press statement concluded.
