Our Board and Leadership Team
OQ's Board of Directors is responsible for formulating and tracking the progress of long-term objectives. The Leadership Team ensures the constant flow of information and monitors pertinent activities, compliance KPIs and strategies.
Board of Directors
H.E. Mulham Basheer Al Jarf
Mulham is the Deputy President for Investment at the Oman Investment Authority. With over 25 years of vital industry knowledge and global business experience – not only in the oil and gas industry but also in telecommunication, finance and law, Mulham is responsible for OIA’s investments to achieve long term sustainable returns for the Sultanate of Oman and to support the diversification of the Omani economy. Prior to joining OIA, Mulham was Deputy CEO of Oman Oil Company SAOC and earlier with the Ministry of Oil & Gas, Oman Gas Company SAOC and General Telecommunications Organisation. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business from Marymount University and is a qualified Barrister-at-Law of the Bar of England and Wales.
Said Abdullah Al Hatmi
Appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of ahlibank in 2018, Said Abdullah Al Hatmi held various senior positions at the HSBC Bank Middle East, Oman. Overall, he has more than 22 years of commercial banking experience in the areas of corporate banking, risk management, finance and banking operations. Al Hatmi graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in finance from Sultan Qaboos University in 2000 and an MBA from the University of Strathclyde in the UK in 2007. He is also a qualified Certified Management Accountant from the Institute of Management Accountants, USA, in 2011.
Graham J Ford
Graham Ford currently serves as a consultant and advisor on energy commodities trading for OQ’s BoD. He shares a wide and extensive experience for more than 35 years in the fields of Strategy, Governance, Risk Management, Financial Control and ETRM Systems. With a rich track record, Mr. Ford has worked in various countries such as UK, Europe, Asia and the US and he is very passionate about building and leading global teams in the oil and gas sector, power trading, downstream and chemical businesses. Graham has held several CFO positions for a number of international businesses including, EDF Trading, Integrated Supply & Trading (IST) BP P.L.C, London.
Qais Saud Al Zakwani
Qais started as an Economist at the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority before becoming a Regulatory Advisor at the Authority for Electricity Regulation in 2007. As the Executive Director from 2014, he regulated and expanded the electricity sector, established regulatory institutions, and advised the government on fuel diversity and renewable energy. Qais now serves as the CEO of Oman Water and Wastewater Services Company, improving water services. He played key roles in restructuring Oman Post and the water sector and holds board positions in aviation, communication, and sports. Qais holds a Masters in Utilities Regulation from the London School of Economics (LSE) and a second Masters in Major Programme Management from the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.
Abdulrahman Salim Al Hatmi
Group CEO of ASYAD, Al Hatmi was a key player in the development of Oman’s National Logistics Strategy 2040. He now oversees its implementation and spearheads the sector’s economic growth. He led the inception of ASYAD Group, consisting of 16 companies and spanning three major Ports with their associated free-zones, as well as Oman Shipping, Oman Post, Oman Dry Dock and Transport companies including Oman Rail. The latter was established by Abdulrahman Salim to direct and manage the development of the GCC and national rail project in Oman. Al Hatmi is a Mechanical Engineer, graduated from the University of Bradford.
Salim Hamed Al-Sukaiti
Salim, a highly experienced professional with over 32 years in the oil and gas industry, graduated from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. He began his career at PDO as a wellsite Petroleum Engineer, excelling in drilling, reservoir modeling, and EOR projects. His impactful tenure at Shell Brunei involved revitalizing the Seria field and contributing to the Ampa Gas Flood projects. Upon returning to PDO, Salim led EOR initiatives and served as Petroleum Engineering Manager. Later, he assumed roles as Gas Director, overseeing PDO's gas portfolio, and Oil South Director, responsible for a significant share of the company's oil production. Salim's contributions extended to board memberships in OLNG and QLNG, collaborating closely with government and international representatives.
Thuraiya Ahmed Al Balushi
Thuraiya is a highly experienced professional with over 16 years of diverse working experience and a strong educational background. Currently serving as the Manager - Economic Diversification Investment at Oman Investment Authority (OIA), she oversees local investments and the development of divestment programmes. Previously, Thuraiya held roles as an Associate in Asset Management - Private Equity at the State General Reserve Fund (SGRF), managing a diverse portfolio of over USD 800 million. Her experience spans compliance audits, stockbroking, and board memberships. Thuraiya holds a Master's degree in Business and Management from the University of Strathclyde and a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Sultan Qaboos University. Her expertise, leadership, and educational achievements contribute to her success in driving economic growth and strategic investments.
Leadership Team
Ashraf Hamed Al Mamari
Ashraf Al Mamari brings 20 years of extensive experience, driving organisational value through modern solutions and cultural transformation within the energy sector. He has worked across both National Oil Companies and International Oil Companies, developing expertise in organisational leadership, strategic management, divestments, corporate culture enhancement, competitive positioning, expansion strategy and new industry development. In addition to his executive role, Ashraf serves as Board Chairman of OQ Exploration & Production (OQEP) and OQ Refineries and Petroleum Industries (OQRPI). He also holds board membership at OQ Trading, University of Technology and Applied Sciences and the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA). He has previously served on the boards of several prominent organisations, including Marafiq, OPAL, Oman Institute for Energy and TRANSOM Catering. Ashraf holds a BSc in General Management from Sultan Qaboos University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at Coventry University.
Abdulrahman Ahmed Al Harthi
Abdulrahman Al Harthi leverages over 25 years of experience in auditing, oversight and risk management, primarily within the public sector in the Sultanate of Oman. He has held senior leadership roles in national audit and accountability functions. His background includes serving as Director General at the State Audit Institution, where he oversaw state audits of ministries and state-owned enterprises and supported the Institution’s leadership on technical and reporting matters, including the preparation of Supreme Audit Institution reports and representation in international audit forums such as ASOSAI and INTOSAI. His governance experience also includes membership of Audit and Risk Committees and board roles across public and private entities, providing institutional perspective on compliance, internal control, and accountability frameworks. His expertise in assurance, governance, and risk management frameworks across the Group supports OQ’s priorities in transparency, risk discipline, and governance integrity, reinforcing the Group’s position as a structured and accountable investment platform.
Abdulwahhab Abdullah Al Hinai
Abdulwahhab Al Hinai serves as a General Counsel of OQ, leading the Group’s legal, regulatory and governance strategy across its diversified energy portfolio. He oversees legal risk management, compliance and corporate governance frameworks that support OQ’s strategic growth and transformation agenda. With over 20 years of experience in legal practices, he has led major restructuring initiatives, advised on cross-sector regulatory reforms and supported the development and review of legislative and governance frameworks. His expertise spans complex transactions, investment protection, dispute resolution and large-scale contractual matters. He holds a Master of Laws (L.L.M) from King’s College London and an MBA from the University of Strathclyde.
Sabrina Al Bakri
Sabrina Al Bakri is a senior executive finance leader with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, treasury, capital markets, and performance reporting across major organisations in Oman and the UAE. She has a strong track record in structuring complex financing arrangements, leading multi-billion-dollar refinancing programmes, optimising capital structures, and overseeing large debt portfolios. Her expertise includes establishing and managing corporate credit ratings, executing bond issuances, and maintaining strategic relationships with international lenders and rating agencies. Sabrina began her career at Petroleum Development Oman and Shell before joining Aabar Investments in Abu Dhabi, where she led major financing transactions across global markets. Since joining OQ in 2018, she has driven key initiatives in liquidity management, refinancing, capital optimisation, credit rating strategy and financial governance. Appointed Chief Financial Officer in 2021, she serves on the Board of OQ Trading and previously served on the Boards of OQBI and OQGN, where she played a central role in their IPO readiness and funding strategies. She is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and holds a BA in Finance, Accounting and Management from the University of Nottingham.
Ali Mohamed Al Lawati
Ali Al Lawati brings nearly 20 years of experience in the energy sector across regional and international markets, having held senior executive roles spanning human capital strategy, digital transformation, organisational design and enterprise-wide capability development. Prior to joining OQ, he served as Global HR Director at SLB, based in Houston, where he oversaw cross-functional corporate portfolios including human resources, technology, legal, HSE, strategy, sustainability and corporate operations across international offices. His background also includes leadership contributions within OQ’s group ecosystem, including his role as Chairman of the Board of OQ Base Industries (OQBI), as well as board memberships at Abraj Energy Services, Takatuf Oman and Oman Institute of Energy (OIE). His expertise supports OQ’s priorities in organisational excellence, digital capability, talent development, and the integration of people, technology and culture to enable sustainable performance across the Group’s global operations. Ali holds a bachelor’s degree in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering from Sultan Qaboos University.
Azzan Al Abdullatif
With over 25 years of experience in Oman’s energy sector, Azzan Al Abdullatif is widely recognised as a leading commercial expert, demonstrating consistent leadership across finance, commercial strategy, business development and deal delivery. Considered as OQ’s “deal architect” having delivered over $10b of transactions for the group since he joined our upstream business, OQEP, in 2010. Azzan is a veteran of this sector of the oil and gas landscape and was a key contributor who enabled the 12x growth of our upstream business between 2010-2024. Prior to his appointment as CPO, he served as Vice President, Divestments & Transactions and led the successful execution of four of OQ’s subsidiaries Initial Public Offerings between 2023-2024 (Abraj, OQGN, OQEP, OQBI), considered amongst the largest IPOs in the history of the Muscat Stock Exchange. As CPO, Azzan was tasked to streamline asset management activities in line with the current operating model. This includes aligning strategic priorities within the group, strengthening governance and oversight, identifying and materialising synergies and supporting the growth of our businesses. This is in addition to continuing in delivering the group’s divestment plan. He also serves on the Boards of Abraj Energy Services and Nama Electricity Distribution Company leveraging his expertise in corporate governance and strategic oversight to maximise long-term value across capital intensive assets.
Al Muthir Al Kharusi
Al Muthir Al Kharusi brings over 25 years of experience in the energy sector, having held senior leadership roles across OQ Group, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), and international energy businesses. His experience includes serving as Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at OQ and President of Rajasthan Oil (Vedanta Group). His background spans corporate strategy, upstream leadership and enterprise transformation, with extensive experience in driving large scale operational performance improvement. He has advanced innovative projects and unlocked investment opportunities that support sustainable, profitable growth for the Group. His experience reinforces disciplined portfolio management, strong institutional alignment and the creation of long-term sustainable value, supporting OQ’s priorities in performance enhancement, the energy transition, financial resilience and strategic asset management. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Glamorgan and has completed executive leadership programmes at INSEAD.