Colleagues from across the GCC came together in Dubai to align on priorities, identify growth opportunities and strengthen ownership across the region.
Last month, colleagues from across Cotecna's GCC operations gathered in Dubai for the GCC Regional Strategy Workshop, a full-day event focused on collaboration, ownership and future growth.
The workshop brought together 18 participants representing operations, business development, commodities and Verification of Conformity (VoC). Led by Kamlesh Parmar, Regional Director – Middle East, and co-facilitated by Rohit Haridas, the session aimed to create regional alignment while laying the foundations for 2027 planning.
Ahead of the workshop, participants were invited to share their views on the business through a structured survey. The insights gathered provided the basis for open discussions on the current business landscape, areas of opportunity and differing perspectives across the region.
Throughout the day, participants explored market opportunities, reviewed survey findings and engaged in discussions on the priorities that will help drive future growth. A leadership panel provided additional perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the region, while growth proposals presented by Kanchan Kumar Dhar from the Commodities business and Noor ul Hassan Mirza from the VoC business encouraged active debate and idea sharing.
One of the workshop's defining themes was ownership. Participants were encouraged not only to contribute ideas, but also to commit to the initiatives they would help drive forward. The event concluded with each attendee identifying the priorities they will support, helping ensure that discussions translate into action.
The workshop reinforced a shared commitment to collaboration, accountability and sustainable growth across the GCC region. The outcomes and priorities identified during the day will now feed directly into the development of the 2027 regional strategy.
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