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Ashraf Alameria is Chief Executive Officer I CEO at El Seif Engineering Contracting responsible for the overall vision, strategy and performance of the Company. Prior to his recent appointment as the CEO, Ashraf led as COO the organization’s (Operations) business transformation and restructuring through COVID-19 into new sectors, business verticals, international partnerships, the award of signifcant new landmark projects, a major M&A equity partnership with PIF, and a company-wide digital transformation.

Ashraf joined ElSeif in 2019 following a 21 year career with Bechtel Corporation where he held (elected) office as Principal Vice President (PVP) of Bechtel Group, board director and alternate chairman on the Riyadh Metro, Chief Executive of Bechtel’s corporate multi-Global Business KSA Execution Org, and Bechtel’s General Manager for the National Projects, O&M Management Organization (NPMO now EXPRO), where he led a nationwide reform of the national project delivery & planning of $240bn in capital projects across KSA to align with international best practices.

Prior to his 5 years leading the consortium team on the $12bn BACS Riyadh Metro Program, Ashraf led Bechtel’s multi billion-dollar flagship Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD) program from 2010 to 2013 to successful completion delivering 51 km2 of industrial cities, roads, bridges, utility networks, power stations and sewage plants projects in the UAE. In 2007, he led the project management & construction for Tube Lines’ $9bn, 30-year public-private partnership (PPP) Capital Projects Program for London Underground in the UK to modernize the Jubilee, Northern and Piccadilly lines to improve 250 trains, 100 stations, 190 miles of track, 2400 bridges, and 230 escalators & lifts where he exercised oversight over 91 project managers and senior project managers and 300+ construction management professionals.

Ashraf has worked on some of the world’s most significant Infrastructure development projects including the $11.6bn High Speed 1 (HS1) linking the Channel Tunnel to London and the $2.3bn Iraq Infrastructure Reconstruction Program (IIRP) for USAID. He has an exceptionally strong background in a wide range of project structures, including design–build, full EPCM, joint ventures, and public–private partnerships. He has worked across multiple sectors in multiple regions including the US, Europe, GCC and MENA.

Ashraf completed Bechtel’s General Management Plan in 2012. He was elected Principal Vice President (PVP) of Bechtel Group in 2018.

Dr. Fahad bin Mushayt is the Chief Executive Officer at ASFAR, the Saudi tourism investment company that is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund established to drive the growth of tourism investment in partnership with the private sector to create captivating destinations in Saudi Arabia for visitors from all over the world in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

Dr. Mushayt has recently been honored as one of the Top 100 CEOs in the Middle East by Forbes, a recognition that underscores his exceptional leadership and strategic vision at ASFAR. This accolade highlights his commitment to driving innovation and excellence within the Kingdom’s tourism sector, where he has successfully propelled the organization to new heights.

Boasting more than two decades of experience, Dr. Fahad bin Mushayt’s illustrious career spans across multifaceted domains including city management, mega investments in real estate, mergers and acquisitions, strategic business development, and operations management. He has also taken on challenging roles in myriad sectors including information technology and telecommunications, as well as infrastructure development.

Before his tenure at ASFAR, Dr. Mushayt held pivotal positions in both government and semi-government entities. He spent nearly twenty years at the Saudi Telecom Group holding several other key positions including Chief Executive Officer of Mega Strategic Projects, Vice President for Business Development, and Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Performance. He then became the Chief Executive Officer of Saudi Telecom Specialized Company for three years.

In 2021, he became Deputy Governor for Investment and Business Development at the State Property General Authority, after being Chief Executive Officer of the Diplomatic Quarter General Authority (DQGA) in Riyadh for three years. He has also served on the boards of various organizations worldwide including Maxis Communication Berhad Holding Company in Malaysia, Aircel Company in India, and Axis Company in Indonesia, to name a few.

Dr. Fahad bin Mushayt holds a PhD in Economics, Political Economy and Public Policies from the University of Southern California and a master’s degree in economics from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Research from King Saud University, Riyadh. In July 2024, Dr. Mushayt completed the Advanced Management Development Program at Harvard University. His ongoing commitment to professional development reflects his dedication not only to personal growth but also to the advancement of the tourism sector in the Kingdom, ensuring that ASFAR remains at the forefront of innovation and excellence.

Engineer Sultan Batterjee is a visionary leader and serial entrepreneur in the sectors of Construction, mixed-used real estate and Sustainability Sectors and serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IHCC, President and Founder of Lifestyle Developers and Greener by IHCC, as well as the chairman of Sultan Batterjee Holding, and a board member of Saudi German Hospitals Group, Batterjee Medical Colleges, and the Batterjee Foundation. With a profound commitment to revolutionizing Healthcare Infrastructure and has achieved remarkable milestones throughout his career. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School of Design and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he completed degrees in Real Estate Development and Entrepreneurship.

Through his leadership over the past 20 years, IHCC was established as a world-renowned design and construction (turnkey solution provider) company specialized in Healthcare, Education and mixed-use development projects in the Middle East and North Africa. IHCC has been the recipient of many international awards and accolades that reflect the strength of Sultan’s guidance and successful management of the company.

Under his adept leadership, IHCC has spearheaded groundbreaking projects, pioneering state-of-the-art hospital facilities across the MENA region such as the Center of Excellence Batterjee in Medical City in Dubai and the Makkah Saudi German Hospital . Batterjee’s strategic vision has propelled IHCC to the forefront of healthcare construction, earning global recognition for excellence and innovation and listed as top 5 Construction companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Batterjee’s relentless pursuit of excellence has led to the successful completion of numerous prestigious healthcare projects in MENA region, transforming landscapes and enriching communities. His infinite dedication to quality, sustainability, and patient-centric design sets IHCC’s projects apart, creating enduring legacies of healing and care.

Driven by a passion for enhancing healthcare accessibility and delivery, Sultan Batterjee remains a beacon of inspiration, empowering IHCC to continue its transformative journey, shaping the future of healthcare for generations to come.

Sultan’s work fundamentally focuses on driving purpose and delivering sustainable growth, while positively impacting communities and quality of life. He is an integral part of the Batterjee family who are a well-known corporate dynasty in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with business roots going back over a 100 years ago.

Sultan achievements in the engineering, construction and real estate development sectors have gained him the recognition of being among the new faces of young Saudi corporate leaders. He was named as one of Forbes 100 Most Inspiring Leaders in Saudi Arabia in 2015, and was listed as top 100 Middle East CEO’s in 2023 and 2024 the by Forbes .

Geoff Iredale is the Construction Director at Dorsch Middle East, where he is the main project manager responsible for the safety walkabouts, progress presentations, risk assessments and value engineering for the relevant projects as well as ensuring that staff follow the Dorsch Project Management Manual instructions through regular meetings and inspections.

Over the past 40 years, Geoff developed excellent communication and managerial skills, which allowed him to successfully lead teams to deliver large complex projects as well as liaising with clients, Stakeholders and utility authorities.

With a particular interest in airport construction, Geoff gained over the years vast experience in identifying suitable materials and building techniques to withstand the harsh environment. Of the region. His recommendations range from suitable treatments to improving the durability of underwater concrete structures and asphalt mixes suitable for airport runways.

Previously Geof held the position of Dorsch Deputy Chief Resident Engineer for the Lusail City project in Qatar, where he oversaw the infrastructure development for Lusail City, turning 3,500 hectares of undeveloped waterfront into a progressive, world-class city.

Throughout his career Geoff worked across various countries in the Middle East including Saudi Arabia, Libya, Oman and Kuwait.

Geoff is from UK and holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree from the University of Southampton.

Yaser AL Nuaimi is Head of PPP Transactions at Abu Dhabi Investment office (ADIO).

He leads the transactions of the various infrastructure partnership projects of all Abu Dhabi government entities through the established frame work of PPP law mandated to Abu Dhabi investment office.

Prior to joining ADIO. Yaser held various roles at strategic entities including Abu Dhabi Housing Center, Abu Dhabi General Services company (Musanada) and Vice Chairman office of the Executive Council.

Yaser graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil & Environmental Engineering, also he holds Master Degree in Engineering Management (MEM)

Indrajit Sen is the Oil & Gas Editor at premier UAE-based news, analysis and projects information organisation MEED (Middle East Economic Digest). He has been working with MEED since December 2017, covering the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s oil, gas, refining and petrochemicals markets, across the upstream, midstream and downstream segments.

Indrajit closely tracks projects undertaken by the region’s energy giants such as Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, QatarEnergy and PDO, as well as the ones being planned by international oil companies, particularly those in the Gulf. Procuring accurate and exclusive information on projects therefore requires him to maintain a robust network of industry contacts, and build on it.

Beyond extensively covering the regional hydrocarbons projects market, Indrajit also monitors macro developments including general energy sector schemes announced by regional countries and/or their national oil companies, geopolitical aspects impacting the energy market, oil and gas demand-supply movements, OPEC strategies and government policies.

Along with producing news content on the MENA energy sphere for MEED, which can be accessed here, Indrajit regularly produces analysis and opinion articles offering in-depth understanding and perspectives on market events, industry announcements and project developments.

He also appears on TV news networks and radio shows as an industry observer to share his views on energy market matters.

Previously, Indrajit worked with Oil & Gas Middle East magazine, owned by Dubai-based ITP Media Group between October 2015 and November 2017. Having started out as a reporter for the magazine, he eventually became the magazine’s Deputy Editor. He was also the co-editor for the magazine’s digital portfolio – the website arabianoilandgas.com and the social media platforms.

Indrajit has been working as a journalist in the GCC for more than ten years now, previously covering international politics and diplomacy for Muscat Daily, Oman’s second largest English newspaper and the Gulf’s real estate sector for Gulf Property magazine in Dubai.

Details about Indrajit’s professional career can be found on his LinkedIn profile. He is active on Twitter as well.