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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: SAB Express, a FedEx Express global service provider in Saudi Arabia, announced that Sheikh Salah Al Bluewi, the Chairman, has signed the CEO statement of support for the Women’s Empowerment Principles – Equality Means Business.
Established by the United Nations Global Compact and United Nations Women, the Women’s Empowerment Principles are a set of seven actions that companies choose to adopt to advance gender equality in the workplace and community.
Sheikh Salah endorsed the statement of support in the presence of the company leadership and team members in Jeddah.
Sheikh Salah said, “We empower women by providing them a platform to contribute to their economy and actively participate in the workforce. By adopting the Women’s Empowerment Principles, we will sustain our efforts to continue developing a successful, diverse and inclusive workplace environment where all team members have the opportunity to participate and succeed.”
In addition, as part of the company’s commitment to empowering women, SAB Express is launching a Saudi Female Customs program in cooperation with the Saudi Customs Authority, which will aim to staff nearly a third of the company’s customs agents positions with women. The Saudi Female Customs program will focus on providing employment opportunities to Saudi female graduates and developing their skills in the field of customs clearance.
This initiative aligns closely with the overarching theme of Saudi Vision 2030 of making the Kingdom a diverse and sustainable economy. A strategic partnership with Saudi Customs effectively meets the Saudi Vision 2030 goals and demonstrates SAB’s commitment to investing in Saudization and fostering a diverse and inclusive organizational culture that offers increased employment opportunities for women.
“We’re proud to support our service providers across our network, not only from the business side, but with activities that enhance diversity, inclusion, and gender equality across the organization. Initiatives like the Saudi Female Customs program allow us to share our culture values and meet the needs of our customers and the communities we serve globally”, said Hassan Bouadar, vice president Human Resources and Diversity & Inclusion Council Lead, FedEx Express Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa.
According to the 2020 Global Gender Gap Report by World Economic Forum, gender gaps in the Middle East and North Africa region would potentially be closed in 140 years at the current pace[1]. Recognizing that companies play a major role in improving gender balance in the workplace, SAB Express is committed to implementing the Women’s Empowerment Principles by providing equal workplace opportunities, attracting diverse talent, and modelling positive team behavior that is free of gender bias.
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About SAB Express
SAB Investment is a highly successful business conglomerate with diversified business interests in real estate properties, construction and development, media and digital technology, medical services and logistics. The business was founded by the Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer, Sheikh Salah Al Bluewi and is headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with offices in London, Dubai and Cairo.
SAB Express began providing services for TNT Express in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1996. After the acquisition of TNT Express by FedEx Express, SAB Express was appointed as a service provider for both companies in Saudi Arabia. For more information, please visit http://sab-investment.com
About FedEx Express
FedEx Express is the world’s largest express transportation company, providing fast and reliable delivery to more than 220 countries and territories. FedEx Express uses a global air-and-ground network to speed delivery of time-sensitive shipments, by a definite time and date with a money-back guarantee.2
Corporate Overview
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenue of $75 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively and innovating digitally under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its nearly 600,000 team members to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. To learn more about how FedEx connects people and possibilities around the world, please visit www.about.fedex.com
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