Saudia Cargo has named Eng. Loay Mashabi, as managing director, joining the company on October 8, 2023.

Mashabi was the former Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at the Ministry of Transportation and Logistics Services and has an extensive background in the logistics sector and has played a pivotal role in the efforts to bolster Saudi Arabia’s position as a logistics hub.

In a statement, Saudia Cargo said throughout his career, Mashabi has served in various positions in both the private and government sectors and has also acted as a board member of Saudia Cargo, Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), Riyadh Integrated (Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage) and Saudi Exports Authority.

Together with Teddy Zebitz, CEO, Saudia Cargo said Mashabi will oversee several functions and strategic initiatives to ensure Saudia Cargo continues in its successful growth and transformation to reach a vast international presence through expanding its dedicated freighter fleet to become one of the world’s top 10 largest air cargo carriers in the coming years.

“We are thrilled to have Loay on board and to welcome him to the Saudia Cargo family,” said Teddy Zebitz, CEO.

“His background and vast experience in the field will prove to be invaluable in our efforts to drive forward Saudia Cargo’s ambitious growth plans.”

Mashabi, for his part, said with this new chapter in his career, he is excited to continue serving the Saudi logistics sector and bring forth the untapped potential in the region.

“Saudia Cargo will, without a doubt, be just the right place to accomplish great feats in placing Saudi Arabia in the centre of the logistics map,” Mashabi added.