Mohi-Din Binhendi
Mohi-Din Binhendi | |
|---|---|
| Born | United Arab Emirates |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | President of Binhendi Enterprises; former CEO of Dubai International Airport |
Mohi-Din Binhendi (Template:Lang-ar) is a prominent businessman from the United Arab Emirates and currently holds the position of president at Binhendi Enterprises.
Career
Binhendi previously served as the director general of Dubai's Department of Civil Aviation and was appointed CEO of Dubai International Airport in June 1979 by a decree issued by Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. His earlier role included overseeing airport customs as its director.
His leadership experience extends to several key positions, such as board membership at Dubai Aviation College, directorship at the Emirates Golf Club, and chairmanship of the aviation advisory committee at Dubai Men's College.
At present, Binhendi leads BinHendi Enterprises as its president. Under his guidance, the company became one of the pioneering UAE-based firms to franchise indigenous brands, significantly growing its presence in both retail and food and beverage industries.
Awards
In recognition of his impact on Dubai International Airport, Binhendi was honored with the '1994 Gulf Chief Executive of the Year' award by the Gulf Business Awards.
In January 1995, he was bestowed the Grand Decoration of Honour in Silver for Services to the Republic of Austria by Austria's President.
The following year, January 1996, saw him receive Italy's 'Honour of the Order of Merit of the Republic' with the rank of 'Cavalière,' awarded by the Italian President for his efforts in fostering cultural and economic relations between Italy and the UAE.