Recent News: Green Motion Opens Rental Car Service in Saudi Arabia
Green Motion Adds Locations in Kuwait, U.K.
The growing global rental car company is adding new outlets that provide convenient airport areas for customers arriving on flights.

(L to R): Richard Lowden, CEO of Green Motion International, and Thamer Al-Melhem, franchisee of Green Motion Kuwait.
Photo: Green Motion
Green Motion International recently sold its master franchise for Kuwait to entrepreneur Abdulaziz Abdullah Naser Alazmi and his team, including local business figure Thamer Al-Melhem.
The new Kuwaiti operation will support Kuwait International Airport and aim to open its first location by Q3 2025. It will focus on both domestic and inbound business and leisure international rental demand.
This partnership marks another milestone in Green Motion’s continued expansion across the Middle East, building on its commitment to offering sustainable car rental solutions in key global markets.
“Kuwait is a key strategic market for Green Motion’s ever-expanding presence in the Middle East, and we are confident that with this new partnership, we will deliver a game-changing rental experience for our customers in Kuwait,” said Richard Lowden, founder and CEO of Green Motion, in a news release. “Their entrepreneurial spirit of the (new team), deep knowledge of the Kuwaiti market, and shared passion for sustainability make them the ideal partners to represent our brand.”
London-Area Airport Location Opens

Green Motion South End Airport franchise co-owner Matt Jones and location manager Mario Reis.
Photo: Green Motion
Green Motion also recently opened its newest United Kingdom location at London Southend Airport, with in-terminal car rental services.
London Southend Airport (SEN) is a regional airport in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, about 36 miles from downtown London, according to Wikipedia. The airport serves as a hub for East Jet with service to many European destinations, according to the airport’s website.
Whether flying in for business, escaping to the coast, or needing a local rental, customers can pick up and drop off rental vehicles near the arrivals area.
This new airport location is operated by franchisees Matt Jones and Sean Lahiffe, who have grown the Green Motion operation at London Stansted Airport.
Green Motion operates in 80 countries with 700+ locations, solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing mobility networks in the world.
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