Ahmed Juma Al Shamisi

Ahmed Al Shamisi is a transformational aviation leader with nearly two decades of experience shaping the UAE's airport ecosystem and driving large-scale operational, commercial and strategic growth. Across senior leadership roles, including Chief Strategy Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, Chief Operations Officer and General Manager of Other Airports & International Ventures, he has spearheaded initiatives that strengthened Abu Dhabi Airports' competitiveness, enhanced service quality and accelerated the company's regional and international expansion.

Recognised for re-engineering core operations and modernising governance and commercial frameworks, Ahmed has embedded agile, data-driven leadership principles that enhanced efficiency, safety and stakeholder confidence, guiding long-term corporate strategies and championing innovation programmes that positioned Abu Dhabi Airports as a global benchmark for smart, integrated airport systems. A trusted advisor to executive leadership and government stakeholders, he has built strong collaborative relationships with regulators, boards and international partners, ensuring alignment with national priorities and reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a leading global aviation hub.