DUBAI: Emirates said on Wednesday it has created a role within its commercial division to develop the airlines products ahead of Expo 2020.

The newly created position, vice-president of commercial product, will work closely with Destination Dubai on inbound leisure and business travel and promote Dubai as a business destination.

Mohammad Al Hashimi, who has worked with Emirates since 2006, has been appointed to the position.

Al Hashimi will report to Emirates executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, Thierry Antinori.