DP World has appointed Ahmad Yousef Al-Hassan as CEO and MD for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), placing him in charge of operations across key regional markets.
In the role, Al-Hassan will oversee an integrated portfolio spanning ports and terminals, economic zones, digital platforms and logistics operations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman, as well as markets in the Upper Gulf.
The appointment comes as the Dubai-based ports and logistics group continues to expand integrated supply chain services in the region, with Al-Hassan tasked with leading strategy and operational performance across the GCC and strengthening end-to-end logistics connectivity.
“Trade is becoming more interconnected and complex than ever, and our priority is to keep cargo moving safely and efficiently for our customers,” Al-Hassan said.
“We are monitoring developments in the Arabian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz closely and operating our Dubai ports and terminals with enhanced safety and security measures. Jebel Ali Port’s container and general cargo terminals remain fully operational, and we are working closely with the UAE authorities, shipping lines, logistics partners and other UAE ports to minimise disruption and support the continued movement of cargo for customers.”
Al-Hassan previously served as CFO of DP World GCC
The leadership change follows the appointment of Abdulla Bin Damithan as chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation in February, a move aimed at strengthening coordination across Dubai’s trade and logistics ecosystem.
Al-Hassan previously served as CFO of DP World GCC from 2021 to 2026. He joined the company in 2010 and has held several senior roles, including positions in group treasury and business development, as well as deputy CFO at London Gateway in the UK.
He also served as CFO for DP World’s Asia-Pacific operations in Hong Kong
Al-Hassan has more than 23 years of international experience across Dubai, Washington DC, London and Hong Kong, covering logistics, treasury, real estate and banking, and currently serves on the boards of several companies in the UAE and Oman.
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