Nawah Energy Company (Nawah), the joint venture nuclear operations and maintenance subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and Korea Electric Power Corporation (Kepco), appointed Engineer Ali Al Hammadi as the company’s new chief executive officer (CEO). The announcement took place following the approval by the Board of Directors of Nawah. Eng Al Hammadi, who has served in leadership positions across the construction, commissioning and operations work of the Barakah project since July 2010, has been appointed CEO effective May 1, 2020.

“The appointment of Ali Al Hammadi as CEO of the Nawah Energy Company at this important point in the project reflects our confidence in his exceptional leadership skills and proven expertise in leading multinational teams of nuclear experts to deliver to the highest standards of safety and quality,” said Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of Nawah.

“The Board of Directors is particularly proud of this appointment, as it ensures the long-term sustainability of the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program by investing in and empowering high caliber, and experienced UAE Nationals for leadership roles.”