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Dr. Afif Saif Al Yafei

CEO

Abu Dhabi Transmission & Despatch Company (TRANSCO)

Afif
Afif

Dr. Afif Saif Al Yafei serves as the Chief Executive Officer of TAQA Transmission, a key company within the TAQA Group, entrusted with the planning, construction, and operation of high voltage power and bulk water transmission networks in Abu Dhabi and beyond.

With over two decades of industry experience, Dr. Afif is a seasoned executive who has held leadership positions in the energy and utilities sectors. His comprehensive expertise encompasses asset management, operations and maintenance, technical services, projects delivery, governance and business development. Dr. Afif has demonstrated his commitment to industry advancement by serving on boards of directors and management committees for various regional and international entities in the UAE, GCC, and UK.

Dr. Afif holds a Doctor of Business Degree from Abu Dhabi University, in addition to Bachelors and Masters Engineering Degrees from UAE University. Complementing his academic achievements, Dr. Afif has completed the International Director Program from INSEAD and the Senior Executive Program from the London Business School.

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