Al Hashemi, who had been Vice Chair of GSOA since 2023, brings over two decades of experience across telecommunications, defence and aerospace.
New Appointments
Prior to his appointment as CEO, Dr. Ismail served in several key strategic roles at EgSA.
With decades of experience in the space industry, Dr Badr is set to lead Arabsat through a period of transformation, growth and global expansion.
Eric Labaye brings over three decades of experience in telecommunications, high-tech and public sector strategy.
Before joining Zain KSA, Eng. AlSadhan held various leadership roles at prominent local and international telecom companies.
Based in Dubai, Hussein will drive ABS’s regional strategy and partner engagement across the region.
She will succeed Sandeep Jalan who has been SES’s CFO since May 2020.
As CFSO, he will focus on strategic growth, financial excellence, and corporate development.
Mohammed Alkhudair has also been named Secretary of the Board of Directors.
Jean-François Fallacher succeeds Eva Berneke, who has steered the company since January 2022.
Mustafa will engage with prospects and partners, focusing on the telecoms sector and growing interest of Rivada's Outernet in the region.
Benjamin Hou brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as President of the Northern Africa Carrier Business Group.

