We are delighted to announce that, as part of our desire to promote collaboration in the Middle East, supporting the region's ambitious development agenda, Graham Thomson has been appointed as ICW's Middle East Envoy.

The region is undergoing rapid transformation across key sectors such as infrastructure, energy, construction and technology. As projects grow in scale and complexity, the principles of collaborative working are more crucial than ever in ensuring sustainable success.

This strategic appointment aligns with ICW's mission to promote structured collaboration across borders, enabling organisations to navigate complex challenges and achieve long-term, high-value outcomes through effective partnerships. Our members will also benefit from the insights gained. These include emerging best practices, regional experiences and new approaches that can strengthen collaborative working across industries and geographies.

Graham is a recognised leader in alliancing models, digital contract management and enabling collaborative working practices. As a senior executive at Affinitext, an ICW-affiliated member organisation, he brings deep expertise in ISO 44001 frameworks and a wealth of practical experience in fostering collaboration across industries.

His ability to engage diverse stakeholders and drive real-world application of collaborative principles makes him an outstanding advocate for ICW's vision in the Middle East. We look forward to working closely with Graham to support members, partners and organisations across the region.

Please join us in welcoming Graham to this role as we take this exciting next step in ICW's global reach.