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Saif Al Ghafri

Businiess Unit Head - Oman AcwaPower

Saif Ali Al-Ghafri is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in the power and water sector, specializing in Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT) and desalination plant operations. As the Operations Head at ACWA Power, Saif has been instrumental in driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability within the organization.

He is highly motivated and ambitious, possessing excellent management skills and a proven track record of working effectively in global and multicultural environments. Saif has led numerous initiatives to enhance plant reliability, optimize performance, and address technical challenges across multiple sites in Oman and beyond.

His expertise extends to advanced desalination technologies, particularly Reverse Osmosis (RO), where he has championed the adoption of next-generation membrane technologies and digital solutions to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.

Saif holds a strategic vision for the future of desalination and power industries, fostering collaborations between research entities and industry leaders. His contributions are widely recognized in the industry, and he actively participates in international forums to share knowledge and drive progress in sustainable water and energy solutions.