Speaker Spotlight – Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Al Futaisi

Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Al Futaisi is an engineer, entrepreneur, investor, and former Minister of Transport and Communications of the Sultanate of Oman, where he served

from 2011 to 2020. During his tenure, he led one of the country’s most ambitious infrastructure transformation programs, overseeing the development of world-class

airports, highways, ports, logistics networks, and digital infrastructure. Under his leadership, Oman significantly strengthened its global competitiveness in transport and

logistics while establishing landmark institutions including ASYAD Group and Oman Aviation Group.

Prior to his public service, Dr. Al Futaisi was an Associate Professor at Sultan Qaboos University, where he taught Civil and Environmental Engineering, supervised

postgraduate research, and published extensively in internationally recognized journals. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California,

Berkeley, an M.Sc. from Cornell University, and a B.Sc. from Sultan Qaboos University. Today, Dr. Al Futaisi is Chairman and founder of a diversified group of companies

operating in engineering, laboratory testing, mining, environmental services, calibration, inspection, and industrial technologies. Through these ventures, he continues to

contribute to major infrastructure, energy, mining, and industrial projects across the region while promoting innovation, quality, and sustainable development.

Recognized for his ability to bridge academia, government, and business, Dr. Al Futaisi brings a unique perspective on leadership, infrastructure development, economic

diversification, logistics, industrial growth, and the role of technology in shaping future economies. His experience spans more than three decades across research, public

policy, executive leadership, and entrepreneurship, making him a sought-after speaker at international conferences and industry forums.