With over two decades of distinguished experience, Captain Saif, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability Officer of AD Ports Group, plays a pivotal role in advancing Abu Dhabi's position as a global maritime hub and a leader in sustainability innovation. He holds regulatory authority over five key jurisdictions:
- Abu Dhabi Maritime: Responsible for developing and implementing the emirate's maritime strategy and regulations, managing waterways, licensing activities, overseeing public maritime facilities, and inspecting and licensing over 1,400 companies across the emirate. Abu Dhabi Maritime also operates Abu Dhabi's public water transport services.
- Staff Cities Authority: Oversees accommodations housing nearly half a million residents, managed by more than 30 developers, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Port Authority: Manages operations across multiple commercial ports, including vessel traffic management, pilotage, and conservancy services, ensuring seamless and safe maritime operations.
- Licensing and Tariff Authority: Administers licensing frameworks and tariff structures, ensuring transparent and efficient regulatory compliance.
- Free Zone Authority: Governs strategically located free zones, supporting over 1,000 clients and promoting trade and logistics growth.
In addition, Captain Saif oversees the Engineering & Technical Services (ETS) division, managing projects across the Group exceeding AED 29.5 billion with a focus on world-class delivery and governance. He also leads the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) function, championing a "safety-first" culture through ISO 45001-certified systems, rigorous training programmes, and regular audits. His leadership ensures compliance with global standards and fosters continuous improvement in safety and resilience planning, safeguarding personnel, assets, and operations.
As the architect of AD Ports Group's Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, Captain Saif drives initiatives that align with global sustainability standards. Recognised by Forbes as one of the Top 5 Sustainability Leaders in the Middle East in Transport & Logistics for 2024, he sets benchmarks for environmental stewardship and innovation.
Captain Saif holds an Executive MBA in Strategic Management, Certificates of Competency (CoC) as a Master Mariner, Chief Mate, and Second Mate, and advanced diplomas in Applied Nautical Science. His visionary leadership embodies a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability, shaping the future of the maritime sector.