Forbes

Airbus, an international pioneer in the aerospace sector, has appointed Andrew Forbes as the new head of the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region of secure land communications.

In his new role, Forbes will help maintain the growth and development of the Mena advanced communications and collaboration solution markets, said a statement from the company.

Forbes has replaced Selim Bouri who has moved on to another position within Airbus. On his appointment, Forbes said: “We strongly intend to intensify efforts made in the fields of public safety networks, defence, transportation, energy and other critical industries such as the mining sector, in order to bring forward innovative and customised solutions that surpass competitors. In the Middle East region in particular, we can build on our existing customer relations.”

With a Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology Service Management from Northampton University, and a Diploma in Company Direction, Forbes has 36 years of experience in the implementation, operation, and management of geographically dispersed information and communication technology (ICT) systems.