The four UAE nationals will lead strategic business units as part of the companys growth strategy.
The Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) has announced four new Emirati executive appointments across government, commercial, operational and technical business units.
The new appointments, effective from January 2020 include Sulaiman Al-Ali, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Thuraya, Eisa Al Shamsi, Deputy General Manager of Yahsat Government Solutions, Adnan AlMuhairi, Deputy Chief Technical Officer of Yahsat and Khalid Al Kaf, Deputy Chief Operations Officer of Yahsat.
Commenting on the appointments, Khaled Al Qubaisi, Yahsat Chairman and Mubadala Aerospace, Renewable & ICT CEO, said: These appointments demonstrate Yahsats commitment to diversifying the UAEs knowledge-based economy by unlocking Emirati potential. The appointments bring Emirati talent into C-suite positions leading government, commercial, operational, technical, and engineering business units. Were proud to bring together the brightest Emirati and regional minds to help grow the ICT sector and support Yahsats efforts globally to advance the world we live in through innovative satellite technology.
Yahsat is committed to attracting and developing a national cadre of experts and is focussed on the growth and development of local talent within the sector, boasting a 51% Emirati workforce. This commitment stems from Mubadala Groups efforts to foster and develop UAE talent, with a long-term vision of creating a diverse and globally competitive workforce, aiding in Abu Dhabis rapidly diversifying economy, and advancing the UAEs growth in this innovative industry, added Al Qubaisi.
Masood M Sharif Mahmood, CEO of Yahsat remarked: Together, our four new leaders bring with them over 65 years of experience within the industry, and stand as a testament to the unique working culture and passion at Yahsat – one thats strictly committed to the consistent development of its people and to the development of the UAE space sector. They will play a huge role in developing the next line of Emirati talent and inspiring the next set of leaders in the industry.