Steering Committee
Laila Salim Almashari
Head of the Quality Development and Conformity Department
General Directorate of Standards and Metrology
Laila Salim Almashari
Head of the Quality Development and Conformity Department
General Directorate of Standards and Metrology
Haitham Abdullah Al Hadabi
Electronics Engineer
Muscat Municipality
Haitham Abdullah Al Hadabi
Electronics Engineer
Muscat Municipality
An Electronics Engineer with over 8 years of experience in the Traffic Control Department at Muscat Municipality. Specialized in traffic signal systems and intelligent traffic control, with a proven track record in reducing congestion and enhancing traffic flow in key urban areas. Contributed to the development and modernization of traffic signal control systems using advanced technologies to achieve optimal efficiency. Actively participated in conferences and exhibitions focused on smart mobility and traffic solutions, reflecting a strong commitment to professional development and staying up to date with innovations in the transportation sector.
Muhannad A. Al Hinai
Director of Hydrogen Policies and Strategies
Ministry of Energy and Minerals
Muhannad A. Al Hinai
Director of Hydrogen Policies and Strategies
Ministry of Energy and Minerals
Muhannad Al Hinai works as the Director of Hydrogen Policies and Strategies Department at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals. He began his career in the private sector working at Aramco Co. and Oman Hydrogen Center. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, and a Master's degree in Policy and Technology from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in Germany.
Hilal Said Sulaiman Al Hadi
System Planning Manager, Distribution Network Marinization Manager
Nama Electricity Distribution Company
Hilal Said Sulaiman Al Hadi
System Planning Manager, Distribution Network Marinization Manager
Nama Electricity Distribution Company
Hilal Said Sulaiman Al Hadi, born in Muscat on March 25, 1971, holds a BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Scotland and brings over 30 years of experience in Oman’s electric system. His background spans across maintenance, protection, communication, system studies, planning, regulatory affairs, renewable energy, and more. He has held key technical and leadership roles at the Ministry of Housing, Electricity and Water, OETC, MEDC, and Tanweer, and currently serves as the System Planning Manager and Distribution Network Marinization Manager at Nama Electricity Distribution Company.
Hilal has also contributed significantly to the national energy strategy through various roles in grid code development, regulation, and research. A recognized inventor and IEEE presenter, he received the Arabic Inventor’s Prize in 2003 and continues to actively engage in scientific and educational outreach. He supports student innovation through training in C++, IoT, and AI-based projects, and serves as a judge for educational competitions under the Ministry of Education.
Ali Thani Alkhaifi
IMS Director
Oman Airports
Ali Thani Alkhaifi
IMS Director
Oman Airports
A passionate engineer who is devoted to solve real life business challenges enabled by designed processes and technologies based on our original Human Empathy Touch.
Ali has wealth of experience in projects, operations, customer experience and led the change management to ensure sustainable deliverables to meet strategic organization’s targets.
Ali was heavily involved in his early stage of his career in managing business risk and compliance, ensuring an active oversight on business activities at multiple projects and operational areas in Oman. Ali is an environmentally sustainable advocate, being a member of the World Environment Standing Committee by ACI. Ali has presented himself as a speaker in several sustainability events internationally.
Hilal Said Al Hatmi
Director Flight Safety
Civil Aviation Authority
Hilal Said Al Hatmi
Director Flight Safety
Civil Aviation Authority
Hilal is a highly experienced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer currently serving as the Director of Flight Safety at the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). In this role, he oversees three critical sections: Aircraft Operations, Airworthiness, and Licensing, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards. With extensive expertise in regulatory frameworks, Hilal actively contributes to the development of aviation laws and regulations, playing a key role in shaping the industry’s safety and operational policies. His leadership and deep technical knowledge make him a crucial figure in maintaining and enhancing aviation safety standards at the national and international levels.
Yousuf Nasser Amur Al-Sarmi
Director of Tax Awareness and Support
Tax Authority
Yousuf Nasser Amur Al-Sarmi
Director of Tax Awareness and Support
Tax Authority
I am Yousuf Nasser Amur Alsarmi, holding a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with extensive experience in leadership roles. I have held several key positions, most recently serving as the Director of Taxpayer Services. Currently, I am the Director of the Tax Awareness and Support Department at the Tax Authority. My expertise lies in customer satisfaction and stakeholder engagement in the taxation sector. I am committed to enhancing service quality, promoting tax awareness, and fostering compliance through strategic initiatives. My goal is to develop effective communication channels that support taxpayers while ensuring the authority’s objectives are met efficiently.
Eng. Abdullah Sulaiman Al Wahaibi
Chairman
IEEE PES Oman
Eng. Abdullah Sulaiman Al Wahaibi
Chairman
IEEE PES Oman
Eng. Abdullah Al Wahaibi is the General Manager of Voltamp Technology Solutions. He holds both a Master's and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems & Energy from Sultan Qaboos University. Abdullah is a certified Energy Auditor by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) and the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR). He is also recognized as a Certified Consultant Engineer by the Oman Society of Engineers and is a Senior Member of the IEEE. Additionally, he is the Chair of the IEEE Power & Energy Society in Oman.
With over 15 years of combined experience in Power Engineering and Renewable Energy, Abdullah has worked across various sectors, including Government, Manufacturing, Industrial, Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, and Energy. His extensive expertise and leadership position him as a leading figure in the field, contributing to the advancement of energy solutions in Oman and beyond.
He was a member of the Decarbonisation Lab hosted by Vision Oman2040, MEM & Environment Authority which resulted in a Royal Directives by HM to achieve NetZero emissions by 2050.
Abdulrazzak Othmani
Auto-Mechanical Engineering Expert
Consumer Protection Authority
Abdulrazzak Othmani
Auto-Mechanical Engineering Expert
Consumer Protection Authority
Abdulrazzak Othmani, currently working in the Consumer Protection Authority as Auto- Mechanical Engineering Expert.
He began his Career In the Ministry Of Education In Tunisia as Professor of Automotive Engineering. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Automotive mechanical Engineering and Organization Of Transport and a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering in Tunis University In Tunisia.
In the context of Career development , he was able to Obtain several certificates in international commercial arbitration, and a certificate as a dispute settlement Judge at the International Court in U.K.
Captain Fahad Ibne Masood, MRAeS
Researcher / Faculty
Advanced Air Mobility Institute / Modern College of Business & Science
Captain Fahad Ibne Masood, MRAeS
Researcher / Faculty
Advanced Air Mobility Institute / Modern College of Business & Science
Captain Fahad Ibne Masood, MRAeS, is a globally recognized aviation leader with over 25 years of expertise. As a a member of the Advanced Air Mobility Institute (AAMI) & faculty member at the Modern College of Business & Science (MCBS) in Muscat, Oman, Fahad has been instrumental in pioneering Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) initiatives, including the integration of UAVs, eVTOL systems, and autonomous aircraft. His contributions to Oman’s Vertiports strategy and regulatory compliance have positioned him as a key figure in the industry. Fahad’s extensive experience in aviation safety, risk management, and airspace operations, coupled with his academic roles and publications, underscore his commitment to advancing sustainable and innovative aviation solutions.
Prof. Dr. Frank Himpel
Director
Institute of Logistics at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Prof. Dr. Frank Himpel
Director
Institute of Logistics at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Frank is an International Business and Economics scholar with extensive experience focusing on research methodology, organizational strategy, operational infrastructure, and complex strategic partnerships. Until 2020, Frank has served as faculty member at a leading national university in Qatar, where he conducted research and taught Logistics and Supply Chain Management with an emphasis on the global transportation industry.
In 2021, Frank returned to reassume a professorship at Anhalt University for Applied Sciences in Germany, where he had worked as Business Administration and Logistics Professor prior to his appointment in Qatar. During an eight-year tenure, he launched the university’s Master's program and a specialized research institute in Logistics, to which he additionally served as Director.
His analytical contributions meanwhile have taken him to academic mandates and consulting projects in the aviation and pharmaceutical industries in Europe, the US, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East. He also is a coveted expert speaker and seasoned coach on complexity management for international C-suite executives. Frank has authored and co-authored numerous reference books, and published multiple academic research papers and opinion pieces.
Joseph Salem
Partner, Head of Transport, Tourism and Hospitality (TTH) Practice Middle East and India
Arthur D. Little
Joseph Salem
Partner, Head of Transport, Tourism and Hospitality (TTH) Practice Middle East and India
Arthur D. Little
Joseph Salem is a partner and is the Head of the Transport, Tourism and Hospitality practice in the Middle East and India. Joseph’s work focuses on the future of urban mobility, developing innovative business models, and deploying smart and autonomous mobility in the transport and mobility sector. Joseph has led major assignments on future strategies for global mobility players and supported national transport ministries and authorities in reshaping the ecosystem. Joseph’s projects in the transport and mobility space make him well positioned to advise on:
- National strategies (including land and logistics)
- Business model and policy and regulatory requirements for the deployment of FoM (with a unique experience on AV and AAV)
- Policies, governance, and deployment of EV and infrastructure requirements
Hon. Robin Vermaat
Honorable Minister of GU’s Ministry-Department of Global Transportation, Traffic & Logistics Affairs
The Global Union and It's Permanent Mission of Global Safety of Nations and Their People / RV Consultancy
Hon. Robin Vermaat
Honorable Minister of GU’s Ministry-Department of Global Transportation, Traffic & Logistics Affairs
The Global Union and It's Permanent Mission of Global Safety of Nations and Their People / RV Consultancy
Robin Vermaat is a visionary logistics leader with over 20+ years of expertise in Supply Chain and Freight Forwarding. As Founder and Managing Director of RV Consultancy, he has been pivotal in reshaping logistics strategies across the UAE, Oman, and KSA. Beyond consultancy, Robin serves as the Minister of the Ministry-Department of Global Transportation, Traffic & Logistic Affairs (MDGTTLA) and its Permanent Mission under the Global Union (GU), advocating innovation and sustainability in global logistics policy. His strategic foresight, proven by transformative projects like the 2022 growth initiative in the Gulf, positions him as a driving force in the industry.
Mattias Goldmann
Founder
2030-Secretariat
Mattias Goldmann
Founder
2030-Secretariat
Mattias Goldmann is the CEO of the Swedish 2030 Secretariat. He was knighted by the French government for his climate work, named the most powerful in sustainability in Sweden, and awarded "Debate Maker of the Year 2024". In previous capacities he has been elected Future Politician of the Year and won the Lobbyist of the Year award. Mattias is the author of numerous books on climate and transport, a well-known speaker and features on TEDx. He is based in Stockholm, after recently moving back from Bangkok where he worked for three years with Eastern Asia's switch to sustainable mobility.
Dr. Mohamed Elkadragy
Battery & Renewable Energy Storage Expert
Taqa Belarabi
Dr. Mohamed Elkadragy
Battery & Renewable Energy Storage Expert
Taqa Belarabi
Dr. Eng. Mohamed Elkadragy is a distinguished expert in battery and renewable energy storage, with over 15 years of global experience spanning industrial leadership and applied R&D. His professional career journey has taken him across many entities and global companies within Germany, the MENA and Gulf regions, Canada, the USA, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Elkadragy earned his Ph.D. from the Battery Technical Center at KIT in Germany, in collaboration with the University of Waterloo in Canada. He holds an M.Sc.-Eng. in Renewable Energy from UOL in Germany, and a B.Sc.-Eng. in Electrical Engineering. Complementing his technical expertise, he also has a Battery MBA from the Battery Associates, and is a certified expert in climate and renewable energy finance from the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Germany. An active contributor to the field, Dr. Elkadragy is a member of the SAE International Battery Committee. He is also the founder of Taqa Bel-Arabi, the first professional educational platform dedicated to advancing knowledge and applications of battery and renewable energy storage, including stationary storage systems and electric vehicles.
Rashid Farivar
Member of Parliament
The Swedish Parliament
Rashid Farivar
Member of Parliament
The Swedish Parliament
Rashid Farivar (born 1982) holds a Licentiate of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, with a specialization in semiconductor materials, electronic and optoelectronic devices, and integrated circuits. Since September 2022, he has served as a Member of the Swedish Parliament, actively contributing to the Committees on Transport and Communications, Environment and Agriculture, and Civil Affairs.
Prior to his parliamentary tenure, Rashid spent over a decade in the Swedish automotive industry, primarily at Volvo Cars, where he played a significant role in the company’s transition toward hybrid and fully electric vehicles. His work encompassed vehicle charging functions and user experience, regulatory compliance, internal combustion engine development and calibration, as well as the testing and verification of electrical and electronic systems and functions.
As one of the very few engineers to enter Swedish politics at the national level, Rashid brings a technical and analytical perspective to legislative work, particularly in shaping policies related to infrastructure, transportation, artificial intelligence, energy, and sustainability.