Middle East Paper Co appoints Marwan Diab chief executive from 1 January 2027

Middle East Paper Co's board has ended the contract of chief executive Faisal Alawi Haddawi by mutual agreement, effective 31 December 2026. Marwan Diab, formerly of Arabian Packaging, Obegi Chemicals Group and INDEVCO Group, takes over as CEO from 1 January 2027.

Why this mattersA change of chief executive places the Saudi-listed producer's strategy and investment plans in new hands from 1 January 2027.

• Board resolution of 9 October 2026 ended Faisal Alawi Haddawi's contract as CEO by mutual agreement
• Haddawi's last working day is 31 December 2026
• Marwan Diab becomes CEO effective 1 January 2027
• Diab has 25 years' experience including senior roles at Arabian Packaging (Al Ghurair Group), Obegi Chemicals Group and INDEVCO Group
• Diab holds an MBA from Concordia University and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the American University of Beirut

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