Meltwater, a media intelligence solutions agency, has launched its first agency partnership division in the region, following an uptick in business from digital, advertising and PR agencies in the Middle East. Meltwater’s managing director Mohamed El Wardani will lead the department.

Zubair Timol, partner and area director for India, Middle East, and Africa, says in a statement, “This is a new initiative for Meltwater globally and we are delighted that our Middle East operations is pioneering this. It shows our commitment to this region and also the importance that agencies are placing on social media and online news monitoring analytical tools.”

Wardani adds, “We are working with some of the leading names in PR, digital and advertising in the region. With the launch of this new division, we will focus more on enhancing this partnership to bring the latest media intelligence solutions to the market, offer agency specific support and referral programs. I look forward to leading this initiative.”