FGB is the leading bank in the UAE by net profits. The Prospect Group spoke with FGB’s André Sayegh (CEO), Hana Al Rostamani (Head of Consumer Banking), and Simon Penney (Senior Executive Vice President & Head of Wholesale Banking) about FGB’s strategic direction, the UAE’s transformation into a financial hub, and capitalizing on changing global trade flows.
Adnan Chilwan is the CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE by assets. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Dubai’s ambition to become the global capital of Islamic economy, the importance of innovation in achieving that ambition, and how DIB is keeping one step ahead.
H.E. Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the factors that make Dubai well suited to become a global hub for the Islamic economy, the most promising sub-segments, and the need for global unification and standardization of the Islamic economy.
H.E. Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic relationship between Dubai and Africa, what the Dubai Chamber is doing to facilitate trade and investment, and overcoming barriers to entry.
Tony Douglas is the CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the construction of the Midfield Terminal Complex (MTC) at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), project timelines, and meeting capacity demand at the airport during the construction phase.
H.E. Ali Al Mansoori is the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the growth of the aviation industry in Abu Dhabi, the new Midfield Terminal Complex, and global ambitions.
Masdar City is a low-carbon, mixed-use development located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Prospect Group spoke with Masdar City’s Director, Anthony Mallows, and Head of Business Development, Amier Alawadhi, about the evolution of the Masdar concept, attracting investment, and maintaining the balance between environmental, economic, and social sustainability.
Senaat has been instrumental in developing large scale industrial projects in Abu Dhabi and has invested over $4.4bn in non-oil sector projects since 2004. With the continued growth of its subsidiaries, including Emirates Steel, Senaat is looking for further industrial investment opportunities with a focus on downstream aluminum industries.
Statistics Centre Abu Dhabi (SCAD) is the official source of statistical data in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The Prospect Group spoke with SCAD's Khaled Al Hashmi (Executive Director - Strategy & Excellence Sector), Walter Frederick Robb (Assistant Director – Population & Social Statistics), and Shamma Al Romaithi (Statistician - Economic Statistics) about SCAD's efforts to improve the statistics system in Abu Dhabi.
Mohamed H Al Qemzi is the CEO of the Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp), the government entity directly responsible for the establishment, management, and operation of specialized economic zones in Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about ZonesCorp growth and expansion plans, working together with other industrial stakeholders in Abu Dhabi, and the benefits of ZonesCorp’s regulatory structure.
ZonesCorp has been a significant component of Abu Dhabi’s drive to grow and develop the industrial sector. Industrial zones under its umbrella account for nearly 50% of Abu Dhabi’s manufacturing GDP. With plans to double industrial land area to 100km2 by 2020, ZonesCorp is well positioned to remain at the heart of Abu Dhabi’s industrial revolution.
Robert Ball is the CEO of National Ambulance, the leading national provider of emergency pre-hospital care in the United Arab Emirates. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) that National Ambulance launched along with Abu Dhabi Aviation for the ADNOC group of companies.
Mark Thistlethwaite is the CEO of AgustaWestland Aviation Services (AWAS), a joint-venture between AgustaWestland and Abu Dhabi Aviation. He spoke with The Prospect Group about AWAS’ operations, future opportunities, and the helicopter market in the Middle East.
Nader Al Hammadi is the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Aviation, the largest commercial helicopter operator in the Middle East. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Abu Dhabi Aviation’s strategy for domestic market share, planning for growth, and establishing the first helicopter training facility in the Middle East.
Salem Rashid Al Noaimi is the CEO and Managing Director of Waha Capital, an investment company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Waha Capital’s historical performance, growth and expansion strategy, and the company’s latest investment in Anglo Arabian Healthcare.
Hussain Al Nowais is the Chairman of Waha Capital, a leading investment company headquartered in Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the current climate for investment in the UAE, regional growth prospects, and what sets Waha Capital apart from other investment firms.
Nick Carter is the Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about optimizing Abu Dhabi’s fuel mix, plans for nuclear and renewable energy, and making sure future demand is met.
Rashed Al Rashedi is the Deputy Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about current and future supply and demand for water, wastewater, and electricity in Abu Dhabi, and RSB’s efforts to lower consumption and promote conservation.
Nick Carter is the Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about RSB’s 2013 highlights, Price Control 5 (PC5), and new water quality regulations.
Alex Thursby is the Group CEO of National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the changing retail banking landscape in the UAE, domestic growth prospects, liquidity, and the overall prospects for the UAE’s banking sector.
