Latest news with #noon
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Swiggy adds noon CEO Faraz Khalid to board as SoftBank, Accel step down
BENGALURU: Swiggy has appointed Faraz Khalid, CEO of MidEast ecommerce major noon, as an independent director to its board, while long-time investor nominees from Accel and SoftBank have exited their roles, marking a broader shift toward independent governance after the company's 2024 IPO. Khalid's appointment brings global ecommerce and quick-commerce expertise to Swiggy at a time when the company is scaling its convenience platforms in India. Under his leadership, noon has expanded into food delivery, fintech and quick commerce across the Gulf region. He previously co-founded fashion platform Namshi, which was acquired for $335 million in 2023 by Dubai billionaire Mohamed Alabbar and Saudi Arabia's sovereign fund Public Investment Fund-backed noon. With this move, Accel Partner Anand Daniel and SoftBank Investment Advisers' Managing Partner and head of EMEA & India Sumer Juneja resigned as non-executive, non-independent directors. Both cited professional commitments and confirmed there were no other material reasons for their resignations. The two have been associated with Swiggy since its early funding rounds and have played key roles in its growth over the past decade. Swiggy chairperson Anand Kripalu said the refreshed board structure, which now includes four independent directors, reinforces the company's long-term governance priorities. 'We are delighted to welcome Faraz to the Board… and extend our heartfelt thanks to Sumer and Anand for their invaluable contributions,' he said. Founder and Group CEO Sriharsha Majety described Khalid as a 'visionary leader in ecommerce,' adding that his strategic and operational experience would be crucial as Swiggy enters its next phase of growth. Separately, Swiggy has reappointed chartered accountant Shailesh Haribhakti for a second term as independent director from January 2026, and named Cauveri Sriram, an industry veteran formerly with the Tata group, as the company's new company secretary and compliance officer. The governance overhaul comes six days before Swiggy, which operates food delivery and quick commerce services across more than 700 cities while also expanding newer offerings such as Snacc, Pyng and Scenes, is set to report earnings results of the first quarter of the financial year ending March 2026. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Arabian Business
23-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
noon launches UAE, Saudi summer safety programme for riders amid rising temperatures
noon has rolled out an extensive summer support initiative aimed at safeguarding the health and well-being of its delivery riders across the UAE and Saudi Arabia as temperatures soar across the Gulf. With the hottest months of the year underway, the platform is introducing a wide range of welfare-focused measures, including cooling equipment, hydration support, and regular health checks. 45,000+ gallons of water and full-scale hydration drives In partnership with Mai Dubai, noon is supplying over 45,000 gallons of water per month to hydrate its rider fleet throughout the UAE. The effort is part of a broader program supporting riders from noon Minutes and noon Food. Rider gear, health checks, and real-time support noon Minutes riders are being provided with: Cooling vests and neck protectors Insulated water bottles Heat-resistant uniforms and first aid kits Regular health checks and electrolyte stations A 'Need Attention' feature for real-time support on the road noon Food riders, including those working with NowNow, are also receiving summer care kits with breathable uniforms, shaded rest stops at hubs such as Spinneys and Marina Mall, hydration kits, and access to chilled water and beverages. Cafeteria access and designated parking are also being made available at key partner locations. Additional support includes thermal bottles, monthly meal distributions, flexible shift scheduling, balanced order assignments, field captain support, quick gear replacements, safety training, wellness check-ins, and a summer toolkit containing cooling towels and sippers. noon is also encouraging customers to show appreciation to riders with small gestures, such as offering a glass of water, as a sign of gratitude for their service during peak heat.
Zawya
23-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Noon rolls out Summer support program for riders with cooling gear, hydration, and health checks
Cooling vests, misting trolleys, electrolyte stations, and real-time support for peak summer conditions Regular health checks and hydration drives reinforce noon's commitment to rider safety and dignity Dubai – noon, the region's leading digital marketplace, is stepping up for its riders this summer with a comprehensive welfare initiative focused on protecting their health, comfort, and safety during the hottest months of the year across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. noon is rolling out a wide range of measures to ensure its delivery partners are well-equipped, supported, and cared for during the summer months - both on and off the road. From enhanced health checks to cooling gear and hydration drives, this initiative reflects noon's deep commitment to the people who power its operations every day. Support on the ground this summer includes: noon Minutes: Initiatives include cooling vests, neck protectors, and insulated water bottles. Riders are also provided with heat-resistant uniforms, first aid kits, regular health checks, and electrolyte stations. A 'Need Attention' feature offers real-time support on the road. In partnership with Mai Dubai, noon Minutes supplies over 45,000 gallons of water each month to keep riders hydrated across all dark stores. noon Food: Riders are supported with a full summer care package, including cooling vests, breathable uniforms, hydration kits, and shaded rest stops at hubs and key partner locations like Spinneys and Marina Mall. These stops offer chilled water, beverages, designated parking, and cafeteria access. noon Food riders, including those delivering for NowNow, receive extra perks like thermal bottles and monthly meal distributions. Support also includes flexible shifts, balanced order assignments, real-time on-ground help from field captains, safety training, quick gear replacements, wellness check-ins, and a summer toolkit with cooling towels and sippers to stay safe during peak heat. noon also gently encourages customers to support riders through small gestures - like offering a glass of water - as a simple way to appreciate their effort and dedication. ABOUT was founded with the objective of fostering an ecosystem of regionally based digital companies in order to secure the region's digital landscape's future. noon's mission is to provide customers and companies in the Middle East region with outstanding value and support. On December 12th, 2017, noon launched its consumer platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. noon debuted in Egypt in February 2019 and has since evolved to become the largest online shopping destination in the Middle East. Primarily a digital e-commerce platform powered by in-house technological talent, noon has swiftly developed strong native capabilities throughout its marketplace, fulfillment, logistics, and payment systems.
Campaign ME
09-06-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Noon and Flyby partner to offer mobile DOOH ads on last-mile delivery fleet
E-commerce digital ecosystem noon has partnered with adtech company Flyby to introduce a new mobile digital-out-of-home (DOOH) medium in the last-mile delivery space. The collaboration brings data-driven, real-time digital advertising to noon's delivery fleet, giving advertisers new ways to reach consumers on the move. As part of the rollout, Flyby's Smart Delivery Box will be deployed across noon's fleet — including noon Minutes and noon Food delivery bikes — turning these moving assets into a data-driven advertising platform. Fouad Aoun, GM of New Ventures, noon, said, 'We're constantly seeking innovative ways to bring value to our brands and sellers. Flyby's Smart Delivery Boxes allow us to expand our media network while ensuring that our advertisers get real-time, highly targeted exposure in ways that haven't been possible before.' Noon ads, which is already active in the digital retail media space, will now expand its offering to give advertisers a new way to reach audiences in high-impact urban environments. By combining noon's deep advertiser relationships with Flyby's cutting-edge AdTech, brands now have access to: Advertising where static OOH can't reach: Mobile digital ads on noon's fleet capture urban audiences dynamically. Mobile digital ads on noon's fleet capture urban audiences dynamically. Hyper-targeted reach: Advertisers can target by location, date, and time, ensuring relevance and efficiency. Advertisers can target by location, date, and time, ensuring relevance and efficiency. Data-driven insights: Brands receive reports on exposure and impressions, Brands receive reports on exposure and impressions, Creative execution: Advertisers don't need to worry about production or execution complexities. noon and Flyby offer end-to-end creative support — from adapting assets to digital formats to deploying them on the fleet. This partnership also marks a significant step forward in out-of-home (OOH) advertising, positioning Flyby's mobile digital OOH solution as an addition to existing DOOH solutions. Unlike traditional out-of-Home media, Flyby's Smart Delivery Boxes move through high-density urban areas, delivering hyper-localised ad placements at the right time, in the right place. Cheyenne Kamran, CEO, Flyby, said, 'We designed the Smart Delivery Box to create new value in last-mile delivery. With noon, we're proving that last-mile infrastructure can set a new standard for mobility and advertising in the region.' Flyby's Smart Delivery Box has attracted growing interest across the region from aggregators and advertisers alike. Brands and media buyers looking for dynamic, data-backed audience engagement can benefit from this collaboration, which leverages noon's reach and Flyby's technology. This mutually beneficial model not only enhances the impact of noon ads' media offering but also reinforces noon's vision of digitising its fleet and unlocking new revenue streams while providing advertisers with an unmatched level of flexibility and efficiency in their campaigns.
Al Bawaba
03-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Flyby and noon Partner to Bring AdTech Innovation to Last-Mile Delivery
noon, the region's leading digital ecosystem of services and products, has partnered with Flyby to introduce a new mobile digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) medium in the last-mile delivery space. The collaboration brings data-driven, real-time digital advertising to noon's delivery fleet, giving advertisers new ways to reach consumers on the part of the rollout, Flyby's Smart Delivery Box will be deployed across noon's fleet — including noon Minutes and noon Food delivery bikes — turning these moving assets into a powerful, data-driven advertising platform. noon ads, already a leader in digital retail media, will now expand its offering to give advertisers a new way to reach audiences in high-impact urban partnership marks a significant step forward in Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising, positioning Flyby's mobile digital OOH solution as an addition to existing DOOH solutions. Unlike traditional Out-of-Home media, Flyby's Smart Delivery Boxes move through high-density urban areas, delivering hyper-localised ad placements at the right time, in the right Kamran, CEO, Flyby: 'We designed the Smart Delivery Box to create new value in last-mile delivery. With noon, we're proving that last-mile infrastructure can set a new standard for mobility and advertising in the region.'Fouad Aoun, GM of New Ventures, noon: 'We're constantly seeking innovative ways to bring value to our brands and sellers. Flyby's Smart Delivery Boxes allow us to expand our media network while ensuring that our advertisers get real-time, highly targeted exposure in ways that haven't been possible before.'Flyby's Smart Delivery Box has attracted growing interest across the region from aggregators and advertisers alike. Brands and media buyers looking for dynamic, data-backed audience engagement will benefit from this collaboration, which leverages noon's extensive reach and Flyby's innovative combining noon's deep advertiser relationships with Flyby's cutting-edge AdTech, brands now have access to:Advertising Where Static OOH Can't Reach: Mobile digital ads on noon's fleet capture urban audiences Reach: Advertisers can target by location, date, and time, ensuring relevance and Insights: Brands receive reports on exposure and impressions, Seamless Creative Execution: Advertisers don't need to worry about production or execution complexities. noon and Flyby offer end-to-end creative support — from adapting assets to digital formats to deploying them on the mutually beneficial model not only enhances the impact of noon ads' media offering but also reinforces noon's vision of digitising its fleet and unlocking new revenue streams while providing advertisers with an unmatched level of flexibility and efficiency in their campaigns. As Flyby and noon continue to push the boundaries of innovation, a new era where delivery fleets become a key pillar in the advertising economy has started. Advertisers and brands interested in future rollout phases are encouraged to register their interest before regional availability is fully committed.
