Orbit appoints new manager for Jordan operations

Having established itself as the leading provider of television satellite broadcasting in the region, Orbit is continuing to innovate within this market. Mr. Kanaan 's recruitment complements this development by bringing over 18 years of sales and marketing experience to Orbit from several regional retail companies of global consumer goods, most recently from 'Mawarid Trading Limited' a perfume, cosmetic and fashion group as the National Sales and Marketing Manager, with 'Clinique', and most recently with 'Estee Lauder'.

This development aims to provide Orbit subscribers with more comprehensive services throughout the region. Mr. Kanaan principal focus will be on effective business operations and product planning whilst additionally continuing to drive sales growth in Jordan.

The Bahrain -based technology company has witnessed a fast-paced organic growth over the past few years and its ever-increasing geographic reach has lead to the need for a more defined local management structure. The decision comes as Orbit furthers its commitment to the region.

Mr. Kanaan has an MBA in Business Administration from the University of Leicester (United Kingdom, 2006) and a BSc in Business Administration and Marketing from California State University (USA, 1989).

Commenting on this appointment Mr. A Ali Ajouz, Vice President of Marketing and Distributions in Orbit, said "Orbit is excited to benefit from Mr. Kanaan expertise and we are confident in his abilities to uphold and build upon Orbit's high standards. We would like to wish him a warm welcome to the Orbit team, as well as a long and prosperous career."