Mekky will remain a board member at GBI, and Abdulla Al-Rwaili, EVP and managing director will assume the role of CEO.
The announcement follows GBI’s transitional phase from a project into a company.
“GBI is a true global player in a very dynamic industry that provides many opportunities contributing to the economic growth in this part of the world,” Al-Rwaili said.
“GBI will remain a committed catalyst for growth in the region and beyond.”
In April 2013, GBI appointed Amr Eid as chief commercial officer at the company.
