Injazat chairman moves to top post

Khaled Al Melhi, the chairman of Injazat Data Systems, was recently promoted to lead the company as its new chief executive officer. He will replace Ibrahim Lari, who is retiring from the firm after more than a decade but will continue to provide advice to Al Melhi.

Injazat Data Systems is a regional IT managed services provider wholly owned by Mubadala, an Abu Dhabi investment and development company.

"It is truly an honor to be appointed as the new CEO for Injazat, a company that has paved the way for establishing leading data center and IT services in the region," Al Melhi said. "I look forward to working with all of the inspirational employees and guiding Injazat onto future success in the years to come."

Prior to joining Injazat, Al Melhi researched geographic information systems as head of photogrammetry in the Military Survey Department of the UAE Armed Forces. He has also served as Bayanat’s CEO of mapping, surveying and geospatial services.

"Khaled Al Melhi brings critical leadership experience and a fresh perspective to Injazat – vital as ICT continues to develop as a cornerstone sector in the diversification of our nation’s economy," Homaid Al Shimmari, CEO of Mubadala Aerospace & Engineering Services, said. "Ibrahim Lari’s commitment to Injazat has been unparalleled, and I am delighted that we will continue to benefit from his guidance, experience and insight as a strategic adviser to the Injazat leadership team as they drive the growth of this pioneering homegrown success."