Gallagher Security has launched its Middle Eastern entity, reinforcing over two decades of regional achievements by investing in local expertise and opening a new office at Dubai Silicon Oasis. This strategic move underscores Gallagher's dedication to expanding in a crucial growth market.
Craig Schutte, Executive Vice President for APAC and IMEA, highlighted the significance of the Middle East as a primary growth region for Gallagher's global operations. Schutte emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing its presence among End Users and Channel Partners in the area by establishing a local office.
Long-term Commitment to Regional Growth
The strength of Gallagher's team plays a vital role in its promising outlook for future growth. Comprising professionals with extensive experience in Gallagher's solutions and profound regional insights, the team is well-equipped to spearhead the company's next phase in the Middle East.
Sharbil Khalil, the Director of Operations, who has been with Gallagher since the brand's inception in the region in 2002, will focus on operational growth while fostering stronger ties with customers and partners. With over 22 years in the electronic security field and Gallagher technology, Khalil's expertise is crucial to the company's ongoing success.
Expanding Integrated Security Solutions
Regional Sales Director Khodor Habbouche, a key figure in Gallagher's Middle Eastern journey for nearly 16 years, will enhance the company's presence across various sectors, including critical infrastructure and healthcare. His extensive network and regional experience make him a pivotal asset for providing outstanding customer support.
Rami Mousleh, the National Technical Manager, brings 15 years of expertise in delivering integrated security solutions. His work with Technology Partners and End Users allows companies to leverage Gallagher's open platform for scalable security ecosystems.
Building Strategic Customer Relationships
Gallagher plans to use its new facility to highlight its comprehensive solution portfolio
Ibrahim Ghazal, Business Development Manager, has significantly contributed to Gallagher's regional growth over the past decade. His role in business development and consultant engagement has solidified high-profile projects and further strengthened Gallagher’s standing in significant Middle Eastern markets.
Schutte remarked on the crucial roles that Khalil, Habbouche, Mousleh, and Ghazal will play in fortifying relationships with Channel Partners and End Users. Gallagher's new Dubai office, featuring a dedicated Experience Centre and Training Hub, will serve as the focal point for regional operations.
Gallagher plans to use its new facility to highlight its comprehensive solution portfolio, fostering proficiency in addressing complex security challenges. Schutte expressed optimism about the opportunities the Middle East offers and reaffirmed Gallagher's commitment to equipping the region with the necessary infrastructure and expertise for sustained growth.
With its Middle East entity now operational, Gallagher Security is building on more than 20 years of regional success through continued investment in local talent and a new office in Dubai Silicon Oasis, reinforcing its long-term commitment to a key growth market.
“When we announced the establishment of our Middle East entity, we made a commitment to bringing Gallagher closer to our End Users and Channel Partners. The Middle East remains one of the most important growth regions in our global business,” says Craig Schutte, Executive Vice President for APAC and IMEA.
Long-term commitment
“What gives us confidence about the future is the strength of the team we have in place to support it. Our people bring decades of experience with Gallagher solutions, deep regional knowledge, and trusted relationships that have been built over many years.” Leading Gallagher's next phase of growth in the region is an experienced team of professionals who have already played a role in Gallagher’s success across the Middle East.
Sharbil Khalil, Director of Operations, brings more than 22 years of experience in both the electronic security industry as well as with Gallagher technology since its introduction to the Middle East in 2002 – previously known as Cardax and Powerfence. Sharbil will continue to play a key role in driving Gallagher's operational growth, while strengthening customer and partner engagement throughout the region.
Integrated security solutions
Khodor Habbouche, Regional Sales Director, has been part of Gallagher's Middle East journey for almost 16 years, supporting End Users and Channel Partners across critical infrastructure, banking, healthcare, education, commercial, and government sectors. His extensive regional experience and strong partner relationships position him to help expand Gallagher's presence while delivering the exceptional support he’s known for to customers across the Middle East.
Rami Mousleh, National Technical Manager, brings 15 years of Gallagher experience and deep technical expertise in integrated security solutions. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with Technology Partners and End Users to deliver complex security integrations, helping organizations leverage Gallagher's open platform capabilities to build scalable, future-ready security ecosystems.
Strategic customer relationships
Finally, Ibrahim Ghazal, Business Development Manager, has spent the past decade helping drive Gallagher's growth across the region through business development and consultant engagement, as well as strategic customer relationships. His experience identifying new opportunities and working closely with End Users has contributed to the success of high-profile local projects and strengthened Gallagher's position in key Middle East markets.
Craig says Sharbil, Khodor, Rami, and Ibrahim will play an important role in helping Gallagher build even stronger relationships with Channel Partners and End Users as the award-winning security manufacturer continues to grow. Craig says work continues at Gallagher’s new Dubai Silicon Oasis office, which will serve as the regional headquarters and home to a dedicated Gallagher Experience Centre and Training Hub.
Increasingly complex security
The new office will showcase Gallagher's complete solution portfolio and integration capabilities, while helping industry develop the knowledge and expertise required to address increasingly complex security and resilience challenges.
“The Middle East presents enormous opportunities, and we're committed to ensuring Gallagher has the people, infrastructure, and expertise in place to support that growth,” says Craig. "We're building for the long term, and this is the next step in an exciting journey for Gallagher in the Middle East. We're looking forward to growing alongside our customers and partners for many years to come.”
