Jabal Omar Development Co. appoints new CFO

Hani Abdulwahab Zahran
Updated 04 September 2018
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Jabal Omar Development Co. appoints new CFO

Jabal Omar Development Company (JODC) has announced the appointment of Hani Abdulwahab Zahran as the company’s chief finance officer.

Zahran comes with substantial banking experience within the Kingdom. Most recently, he was the regional head of corporate banking in the western province. He was also responsible for providing comprehensive and diverse solutions for money markets, trade, liquidity management and digital, as well as leasing with an investment banking subsidiary. He was a member of SABB’s various operational and strategic steering committees.

With an experience of 18 years, Zahran has extensive knowledge of corporates of different sizes and sectors, as well as business banking segments.

JODC Chief Executive Officer Yaser Al-Sharif said: “I am delighted to welcome Hani to the Jabal Omar family. Recruiting and developing local male and female talent is a strategic initiative for JODC, to lead the company to achieve its strategies and deliver its future plans.”

Zahran holds a bachelor of science in finance and economics from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), and has trained at various world-class institutions and schools.


Petromin Nissan celebrates decade of partnership excellence in Kingdom

Updated 28 January 2026
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Petromin Nissan celebrates decade of partnership excellence in Kingdom

Petromin Nissan recently hosted an event to celebrate 10 years of partnership with Nissan, marking a decade since Petromin was appointed as the official Nissan dealer in Saudi Arabia. The milestone reflects a partnership shaped by trust, consistent performance, and a shared long-term vision that has played a meaningful role in the development of the automotive sector in the Kingdom.

The event highlighted Petromin Nissan’s continued confidence in the Saudi market, demonstrated by the attendance of senior leadership from Nissan Global, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom was reaffirmed as one of Nissan’s most important growth markets in the region, in line with the company’s global focus on innovation, sustainability, and intelligent mobility.

The celebration was attended by a number of senior industry and business leaders, including Sheikh Amr Al-Dabbagh, chairman and CEO of Al-Dabbagh Group, reflecting the significance of the partnership and its broader impact on the Kingdom’s automotive and business landscape.

As part of its performance over the past year, Petromin Nissan had been awarded two Awards of Excellence from Nissan Global, recognizing operational strength and overall business performance, and reinforcing its standing as one of Nissan’s leading partners worldwide.

Paddy Magee, managing director of Petromin Nissan, said: “Over the past 10 years, Petromin’s priority has been to build a business that puts the customer first while fully reflecting Nissan’s global standards. Through expanding our network, strengthening our service capabilities, and investing in our people, we have focused on creating sustainable value for the Saudi market.”

Adib Takieddine, managing director of Nissan Saudi Arabia, said: “Saudi Arabia continues to be a strategic market for Nissan. Our partnership with Petromin has been instrumental in strengthening our presence in the Kingdom, supporting growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and advancing our long-term vision for mobility in alignment with Vision 2030.”

Over the decade, Petromin Nissan significantly expanded its footprint across the Kingdom, now operating 18 showrooms and 16 service centers in 11 cities, improving accessibility and delivering a more seamless customer experience nationwide.

Reflecting on the broader partnership, Terence Byrne, CEO of National Motor Company, said: “Reaching this milestone is a clear reflection of a partnership built on shared values and long-term commitment. Petromin Nissan has established a strong platform in Saudi Arabia and continues to deliver real impact for customers and the wider automotive ecosystem.”

Looking ahead, Petromin Nissan reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Saudi market, with continued focus on innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and customer-centric mobility as the partnership moves into its next phase.