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An empathetic professional with a steadfast work ethic, Abdulla Al Haidan manages some of the most innovative infrastructure projects and logistics solutions in the world.

As Group Director – Project Management for DP World, Al Haidan oversees the development of a wide range of mobility and logistics projects in the UAE and overseas. For example, he managed the construction of the world’s first automated container storage facility in Dubai, a project that revolutionized the port industry by automating the storage and collection of shipping containers.

Al Haidan began his career as a Project Engineer at DP World, where he helped reinstate the Mina Rashid Marine infrastructure in Dubai. He then moved into various projects in Jebel Ali Port including roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects. He then started his international projects journey in Angola, South Korea & the United Kingdom.

Later, he joined the Board of Directors of the Federal Transport Authority, Land & Maritime, where he helped review strategic projects related to new laws and regulations for land and maritime in the UAE.

Al Haidan completed his Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering from the Higher Colleges of Technology, graduating with honors. He also earned his Master’s Degree in Engineering Management from the University of Wollongong Dubai. He has completed several leadership programs, including the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Scholars Program at NYUAD, UAE Government’s Senior Leadership Program, and the National Experts Program.