Crane opens Dubai office to serve Middle East and Africa customers

Article Type: News and views From: Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology: An International Journal, Volume 81, Issue 4

Crane Aerospace & Electronics, a Crane Co. segment, announces the opening of Crane’s office in Dubai to serve its growing customer base in the Middle East and Africa. The new office is led by Mark Youssef, Crane Senior Executive and Managing Director of the Middle East and Africa region. The Aerospace &Electronics segment will have dedicated employees in the Dubai office to manage,coordinate and support their customers.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics recently appointed Martin McCarthy Vice President of Strategy, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In partnership with Youssef, McCarthy is responsible for the overall strategy, execution and business development in the Middle East region for the Aerospace Group.

“This is a significant expansion for Crane Aerospace & Electronics in the region,” stated Nigel Duncan, Aerospace Group Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “The new site is strategically located to serve our growing base of EMEA customers. With the world’s fourth largest airline fleet, the Middle East is key to the Aerospace Group growth strategy. We are excited about our enhanced presence in the region and our resulting ability to more efficiently and effectively conduct business with our Middle East customers.”