Riyadh – Mubasher: Uber Technologies Inc has appointed Mohammad Bakr Gazzaz as the new general manager (GM) for Saudi Arabia, the ride-hailing firm said in a statement late on Monday.
Uber, which bought Middle Eastern ride-hailing competitor Careem for $3.1 billion, noted that the new manager will handle the next phase of growth for Uber’s ride-sharing business across the Kingdom.
Gazzaz will closely focus on aligning Uber’s efforts with Saudi Vision 2030 and helping fuel economic growth in the GCC nation by increasing mobility for individuals.
He will also drive operational excellence and build high-performing teams and local partnerships.
“Through a number of local initiatives and partnerships such as ‘Masaruky’, Uber is proud to help support its local communities and provide accessible and affordable transport options to millions of Saudis. I look forward to leading our talented team to take our support for Saudi Vision 2030 to new heights,” Gazzaz commented.
