Senegalese executive Amadou Diallo named CEO of logistics giant Aramex

Senegalese logistics executive Amadou Diallo has been appointed CEO of Aramex, marking a leadership change at the Dubai-listed courier and supply chain group as it works to steady earnings and expand in key markets. His appointment, which took effect on May 1, 2026, places him at the helm of a business that generated $1.73 billion in revenue last year.

Diallo succeeds Nicolas Sibuet, who had been serving as acting CEO and guiding the company through the close of its 2025 financial year. Sibuet is expected to remain involved during the transition, helping maintain continuity as the company shifts to new leadership.

The change comes as Aramex advances its Accelerate28 plan to streamline operations, improve delivery times and expand in high-growth trade corridors. Diallo is expected to focus on service reliability, digital tools and strengthening the company’s position in e-commerce logistics, where competition has intensified in recent years across global markets.

Amadou Diallo targets execution, customer focus

Speaking on his appointment, Diallo signaled a measured approach, pointing to the need to keep customers at the center of operations while supporting staff across its global network. He said the company would focus on consistent service, stronger execution and practical investments in technology to meet rising demand in cross-border trade.

Chairman Mohamed Juma Alshamsi said the board backed Diallo’s appointment after a global search, citing his experience managing large operations across multiple regions. He also acknowledged Sibuet’s role in keeping the business stable during a period of internal changes.

Diallo brings more than three decades of experience in logistics, including his most recent role as CEO for the Middle East and Africa at DHL Global Forwarding. Over the years, he has held senior roles spanning finance, operations, and executive leadership across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, managing complex supply chains and large teams.

Aramex adjusts to trade shifts; profit falls on pricing changes

Founded in 1982, Aramex has grown into one of the Middle East’s best-known logistics firms, with operations in more than 70 countries and a workforce of over 16,000. The company listed on the Dubai Financial Market in 2005 and has since expanded its services across express delivery, freight forwarding and supply chain management.

Its latest financial results show a business holding steady while adjusting to shifts in global trade. Revenue for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025 rose slightly to AED6.36 billion, or $1.73 billion, compared with AED6.32 billion a year earlier. Normalized net profit came in at AED85 million, or $23.1 million, down from $38.6 million the previous year, reflecting changes in pricing and cost structures across some business lines.

Aramex ended the year with AED573 million ($156 million) in cash and a debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 3.2 times, underscoring a balance sheet that remains stable as it continues to adjust its operations. Diallo now steps into the role at a time when the company is looking for steadier margins and more consistent performance across its global network.