Tagged with MEA

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming into a key battleground for the consumer healthcare industry, and Haleon is positioning itself at the forefront of this shift. With a growing appetite for innovation, a highly engaged consumer base, and a regulatory landscape that demands agility, the company is reshaping its strategy to…

Saudi Arabia Alcon’s Fadi AlSafadi shares his insights on the evolving eye care landscape in the dynamic Middle East and Africa region. He discusses Alcon’s innovative initiatives, including advancements in digitalisation, sustainability efforts, and their approach to enhancing accessibility and education. AlSafadi also highlights Alcon’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, fostering local…

Saudi Arabia Lars Nielsen of Hellmann Worldwide Logistics Saudi Arabia shares his insights on the rapid growth and transformation of the logistics sector in the Kingdom. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Nielsen discusses Hellmann’s strategic priorities—particularly in the healthcare vertical—and highlights the evolving role of digital technology and…

Saudi Arabia Michio Kondo, Fujifilm’s MEA managing director, discusses the company’s remarkable growth in the Middle East and Africa since 2022, highlighting key developments such as the acquisition of Hitachi’s imaging division in 2021, which expanded their product portfolio to include MRI, CT, and ultrasound equipment. Fujifilm has also strengthened its presence…

Saudi Arabia Sue Donoghue, with 29 years of experience in logistics, has been with DHL for 19 years and helped establish DHL Global Forwarding in Saudi Arabia in 2020, growing the team from 4 to 250 people. As Vice Chair of the European Chamber of Commerce in Saudi Arabia, Donoghue aims to…

Saudi Arabia Dr Adel AlMarshad, MD MPH serves as General Supervisor for the Health and Biotechnology Sectors at the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) as well as Executive Director of Riyadh Megaprojects in Health, Biotechnology, and Medical Tourism. Dr. El Marshad discusses the RCRC’s pivotal role in transforming Riyadh into a global…

Saudi Arabia Daniel Vella Friggieri, Regional CEO for Europe and the Middle East at Aspen Pharmacare, discusses the company’s growth trajectory over the past 18 months, highlighting the decision to merge the Middle East and European regions into one unit. He reflects on Aspen’s evolving approach in Saudi Arabia, covering localization, talent…

MEA Mohammad El Khoury, General Manager of GE HealthCare in Saudi Arabia, explores the company’s evolution—from adopting direct distribution models to pioneering AI-powered diagnostics—while aligning with Vision 2030. By forging strategic public–private partnerships, enhancing training programs, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation, GE HealthCare is contributing to reshape the…

Saudi Arabia Mohamed Fawzy, Country President for Pfizer Saudi Arabia, discusses the company’s evolving role in supporting the Kingdom’s rapidly transforming healthcare sector. He shares insights on Pfizer’s local footprint, its contributions to public health through innovative vaccines and oncology treatments, and the company’s commitment to talent development and localization. Fawzy also…

Saudi Arabia Extending not only lifespan, but “healthspan,” and ensuring people live healthier lives for longer is moving beyond purely clinical settings. Experts gathered last week at the Global Healthspan 2025 Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia focused on factors such as lifestyle, the role of virtual tools, and a more holistic approach…

Saudi Arabia Amr Kenawi, General Manager at Zimmer Biomet in Saudi Arabia, shares his perspective on the country’s evolving healthcare landscape and the company’s role in supporting Vision 2030. Kenawi discusses Zimmer Biomet’s strategic shift from product distribution to offering integrated musculoskeletal solutions, the introduction of cutting-edge technologies like robotics, and the…

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia is rapidly shaping its future as a global research powerhouse, channelling unprecedented resources into translational research, clinical trials, and genomics. At the heart of this transformation is the Saudi NIH, driving 13 key research priorities and forging strategic global partnerships. Speaking at The Global Healthspan Summit (GHS 2025)…