BIOGRAPHY
Mr. Ahmad Shams has held the highly responsible position of Vice President for the past 12 years and brings 27 years of extensive experience across technical and managerial roles at various site locations of ADNOC Gas. Currently, in his role as Acting Senior Vice President, Engineering & Optimization, under ADNOC Gas’ Projects & Engineering Organization, he leads a wide portfolio of critical functions. These include the Central Engineering, Technical Projects, Optimization, Long-Term Planning, and Project Studies divisions, all focused on achieving ADNOC Gas' strategic vision of becoming the world's leading integrated gas company.
Mr. Shams is widely recognized for his ability to lead, inspire, and build high-performing teams, fostering collaboration across a diverse workforce drawn from a wide spectrum of nationalities and cultures. His strong technical acumen is complemented by an in-depth understanding of human capability development, as well as commercial, legal, regulatory, and information security dimensions specific to the oil and gas industry.
Throughout his career, Mr. Shams has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities, achieving challenging targets in dynamic and complex business environments. Known for his strong influencing and negotiation skills, he has consistently delivered operational excellence while navigating technical challenges and budgetary constraints. A passionate advocate for people development, he has been instrumental in mentoring and supporting talent, including promoting gender balance within the workplace.
Mr. Shams earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California in 1997. Born on April 1, 1973, in the United Arab Emirates, he holds UAE citizenship. Outside of work, he enjoys photography, traveling, and paddle tennis, reflecting his dynamic and well-rounded personality.