Dubai Ports World (DP World) has appointed Ahmed Youssef Al Hassan as the CEO and General Director for its operations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, effective February 2026. This decision underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its regional presence and enhancing the trade and logistics framework across the area.
In a statement posted on its website, DP World noted that Al Hassan would be responsible for overseeing the company’s portfolio in the GCC, which encompasses ports, marine terminals, economic zones, marine services, and logistics and trade solutions. He will also supervise the implementation of operational strategies in key markets, particularly the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.
Al Hassan’s primary focus in this new role will be to deliver integrated solutions for cargo owners, establish world-class infrastructure for trade through ports and free zones, and improve the efficiency of supply chains while enhancing transparency, flexibility, and sustainability within the logistics sector.
Prior to this appointment, Al Hassan served as the Chief Financial Officer for the company’s operations in the GCC from 2021 to 2026. In that capacity, he led the financial strategy and oversaw areas such as financial planning, treasury management, tax governance, investment oversight, capital allocation, corporate finance, and business development, in addition to handling legal affairs and corporate services.
With over 23 years of international experience, Al Hassan has worked in several major global cities, including Dubai, Washington D.C., London, and Hong Kong. His expertise spans diverse sectors such as logistics, treasury management, real estate, banking, and healthcare.
Al Hassan joined DP World in 2010 and has held several prominent leadership positions since then, including roles in treasury management and business development at the company’s headquarters. He also served as the Deputy CFO for the London Gateway port in the UK and was the CFO for operations in the Asia-Pacific region based in Hong Kong.
Currently, he is a board member of various companies in the UAE and Oman and has previously held board positions within the company’s business units across several Asian countries, including South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
This appointment comes as DP World continues to expand its global network and strengthen its role in supporting international trade and developing logistics infrastructure in the region.