Boeing has announced the appointment of Fahad Al-Muhairi as Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa region, effective from January 2026.
Al-Muhairi will be based in Dubai, where he will manage regional operations. His role will focus on leading Boeing’s strategic initiatives and enhancing partnerships in the area, aligning with national visions to develop the aviation and aerospace sectors.
This appointment brings significant insight and strategic understanding of regional needs to Boeing. Fahad Al-Muhairi is recognized as one of the leading Emirati professionals, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University. His impressive career features a successful track record in the energy, aerospace, and defense sectors, along with extensive executive experience, having previously served as the General Manager of Raytheon Emirates. He is expected to drive innovation and scientific research, foster growth for Boeing in collaboration with regional partners, and support substantial investments in local infrastructure.
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Brendan Nelson, the President of Boeing Global, stated, “Fahad Al-Muhairi’s extensive leadership experience in the aerospace sector, coupled with his well-established relationships in the region, will be critical in continuing Boeing’s legacy of over eight decades in this strategic area, which is one of the most active aviation and aerospace markets globally.”
Boeing has a robust operational presence in the Gulf, Middle East, and North Africa, employing over 700 staff and serving a diverse client base that includes more than 30 commercial aviation partners and 12 regional armed forces. The company also imports vital materials and structural components from strategic local partners such as Strata and EPI in the UAE.