Floward, a leading online gifting platform operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and the United Kingdom, has been named Company of the Year in the Gifting category at the Times Business Leadership Awards 2026. The accolade was announced during the fourth Times Business Leadership Summit & Awards, held in Muscat, Oman.

The event took place under the theme "Business Leadership in an Era of Unprecedented Change" and gathered government officials and business leaders to discuss resilience, economic transformation, and emerging opportunities in the current business landscape. HH Sayyid Dr Adham bin Turki al Said served as the chief guest and keynote speaker, while Dr Ali bin Qassim al Lawati, President of The Royal Academy of Management, participated as guest of honour. The award was presented to Floward by Dr Al Lawati and Mohamed bin Issa al Zadjali, Chairman of Muscat Media Group.

Floward has operated in Oman for more than five years, establishing itself as a premium gifting destination that caters to evolving customer preferences. Abdulaziz al Loughani, Chairman and CEO of Floward, highlighted the company’s focus on delivering a distinctive consumer experience by building strong local partnerships and maintaining high-quality standards. He expressed appreciation for the award and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to further expanding its presence in Oman.

The recognition reflects Floward’s ongoing growth and adaptability within a competitive market, positioning the company as a significant player in the regional online gifting sector.