Chief Executive Officer
Eng. Ahmad Al Shamsi, a distinguished leader with over 20 years of experience, serves as the CEO of TAQA Water Solution and a pioneer in providing sustainable solutions for water security and circularity.
Under his guidance, the company, formerly known as Abu Dhabi Sewerage Services Company (ADSSC), underwent a repositioning with the aim to revolutionise the global water industry by empowering communities with impactful and sustainable water solutions.
Eng. Al Shamsi has held influential roles in organizations such as ADNOC Distribution and Borouge, contributing significantly to their success. He is the Chairman of UPP and an Executive Committee Member of the World Utilities Congress. He has also served on the board of Ruwais Fertilizer Industries and the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association’s Supply Chain Committee.
Eng. Al Shamsi holds a Master’s degree in Quality Management from the University of Wollongong, a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tulsa, and a Leadership Excellence certificate from the International Institute for Management Development (IMD).
Chief Business Development Officer
Eng. Abdulwahab Sharif is the Chief Business Development Officer at TAQA Water Solutions, where he concurrently serves as the Chairman of Al Etihad Biwater Waste Water Company PJSC and as a Director on the board of Al Wathba Veolia Besix Waste Water-PJSC. In his capacity at SWS, he leads strategic business development initiatives and spearheads the company's expansion efforts on both domestic and international fronts.
At TAQA Water Solutions, Eng. Abdulwahab Sharif has held key roles, beginning as the Chief Commercial Officer. In this capacity, he oversaw Customer Service & Experience, Marketing & Communication, Sustainability, and Business Operations.
Eng. Sharif has had a distinguished career, holding significant positions at Borouge (ADNOC), a global petrochemical company. Notably, he served as Vice President of Packaging for the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, where he managed extensive sales, marketing, and business development efforts across these regions. Prior to this, he spent six years in Singapore, directing crucial operations in sales, marketing, and supply chain management. His expertise led him to the role of Vice President of Southeast Asia and Australasia, driving Borouge's strategic growth initiatives and fostering opportunities throughout the value chain.
Earlier, as Vice President of Regional Supply Chain for Asia South, Eng. Sharif led transformative projects across 14 countries, boosting operational efficiencies and fostering a culture of excellence. His leadership was pivotal in the successful execution of Borouge 4, a multi-billion-dollar project aimed at expanding global petrochemical production capacity significantly.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Eng. Sharif represented Borouge in the UAE Singapore Business Council (UAESBC), promoting bilateral trade and industry under the Singapore-UAE Comprehensive Partnership (SUCP). His role was critical during significant diplomatic events, including the official visit of HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, in February 2019.
Eng. Abdulwahab Sharif holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the Petroleum Institute, Abu Dhabi, UAE. His extensive experience, diverse skills, and strategic vision continue to drive sustainable growth and development across global industries.
Chief Operating Officer
Dr. Nader Assad Bin Taher is the Chief Operating Officer. He specializes in operational aspects of TAQA Water Solutions's assets including Planning & Forecasting activities, Design and Execution of CAPEX projects, and Operation & Maintenance of infrastructure assets.
Dr. Nader has more than 25+ years dedicated to wastewater infrastructure and construction sectors. Previously, he was assigned as Director of Asset Management Division. Before joining TAQA Water Solutions, He held various roles at Sewerage Directorate at Abu Dhabi Municipality and National Petroleum Construction Company.
He serves as a Board Member for Al Wathba Veolia Besix Waste Water Co. and Al Etihad Biwater Waste Water Co. and is a member of the Audit Committee of Al Ain Municipality. In addition, he is also a member of several strategic committees within TAQA Water Solutions.
He holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from Abu Dhabi University, two Master’s Degrees in Urban and Regional Planning from Paris-Sorbonne Abu Dhabi and Quality Management from the University of Wollongong, and a Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering from Higher Colleges of Technology in UAE.
General Counsel & Board Secretary
Reporting to the CEO and Secretary of the Board, he oversees all legal, compliance and regulatory matters within the organisation. Mr Benabid has over 18 years of industry experience.
Mr. Benabid has held management and Board Member roles within subsidiaries of multinational companies, including Veolia and ArcelorMittal.
Hamza's progressive and successful career spans Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, with close interaction with C-level representatives of private and public institutions.
General Counsel – TAQA Water Solutions Holding
Mr. Robert Bodnar is the General Counsel of TAQA Water Solutions and currently oversees the Legal, Governance and Compliance Department as well as the Regulatory Affairs Department of TAQA Water Solutions.
He has over 18 years of professional experience in various international roles focusing on construction, project development, financing, M&A, governance and compliance matters with a particular focus on international projects in the energy and infrastructure industry.
He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta, Canada and a Juris Doctor from the University of British Columbia, Canada.
Audit Executive Director
Mr. Sultan Khouri manages the Internal Audit function, reporting to the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee of the ENEC Board of Directors. His role is to provide independent, objective assurance and advisory activities to senior management and the Board of Directors, evaluating and recommending improvements to the effectiveness of activities including risk management, internal control, and governance processes as well as the Anti-Fraud Program.
He has over 25 years of professional experience in various roles including Finance, Enterprise Risk Management Compliance, and Internal Audit. Before joining TAQA Water Solutions, he was the Enterprise Internal Audit Executive Director at Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC). He began his career with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).
In addition to his responsibilities at TAQA Water Solutions, Mr. Khouri serves on several Board and Board Committees for ADQ and the Government of Abu Dhabi’s entities. He is also the Secretary of the SWS’s Audit & Risk Committee.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from UAE University and an Executive Master’s in Business Administration & Project Management from AUS.
Business Resilience Director
His goal is to lead TAQA Water Solutions to become a fully resilient company, excel in all four departments, and foster a culture of collaboration, positive change, and recognition that will contribute to adapting to any challenge and ensuring the sustainable growth of the company.
Mohamed has exceptional experience in leading change, an analytical and strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of design/engineering principles. He previously held leadership roles, including Vice President of Airport Planning at Abu Dhabi Airport, where he led the planning and execution of 48 projects. Mohamed was also responsible for the quality, business continuity, and risk for transportation and manufacturing of nuclear fuels as Head of Nuclear Fuel Support and Head of Nuclear Fuel Quality Surveillance at Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC). His previous roles with ENEC and ADNOC Gas Processing have equipped him with a wealth of knowledge in business continuity, quality management, and risk management.
Mohamed holds an MSc in Nuclear Science and Technology from the University of Manchester and Nuclear Energy, Paris Sud 11 University, as well as a BSc in Electrical Engineering (Power) and Minor Mathematics from Saint Louis University.
Chief Financial Officer
A highly commercial ACA with financial, strategic and commercial experience gained in both established entities and growing businesses undergoing major transformation.
He held several financial positions in Scotland before moving to the UAE, where he became the CFO of Tabreed, a UAE-based developer of world-class, environment-friendly district cooling solutions, for five years in 2010. Following other senior leadership roles in Emirates Global Aluminum, the world’s largest ‘premium aluminum’ producer and the biggest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas and ADNOC, Adrian Joined TAQA in July 2020 where he supported the integration of finance post the merger with AD Power and was more recently the CFO of AADC
Since 2023, he has been the Chief Financial Officer at TAQA Water Solutions, a leading company specializing in sustainable water solutions to transform one of our most valuable natural resources, contribute to sustainable economic development, and improve the quality of life. As part of TAQA, a leading utility champion in the EMEA region with power, water, and oil and gas operations in 25 countries around the world, TAQA Water Solutions has a focus on providing innovative solutions to manage water resources. It is committed to delivering world-class solutions that meet the needs of industries and communities.
Acting Customer Service and Business Performance Chief officer
Dr. Sultan Al-Shareef brings nearly three decades of specialised expertise in wastewater infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and construction. He currently serves as a valued member of several strategic committees within TAQA Water Solutions and represents the company on various external stakeholder committees.
Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Sultan has held key leadership positions, including Acting Chief of Customer Service and Business Performance at TAQA Water Solutions. Prior to this role, he served as Director of Operations and Maintenance for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, where he oversaw critical infrastructure systems. His experience also includes serving as Operations and Maintenance Department Manager at TAQA Water Solutions, following several technical and managerial positions within the Sewerage Directorate at Abu Dhabi Municipality.
Dr. Al-Shareef's comprehensive background combines technical knowledge with strategic leadership, making him an integral part of TAQA Water Solutions' continued success in delivering essential water infrastructure services.
Chief Strategy Officer
Philippe Da Costa brings extensive experience leading finance functions across the telecommunications and utilities sectors. He has held senior strategic and financial leadership positions in multiple regions, including Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. Notably, he spent eight years with Veolia, where he contributed significantly to the company's international growth and performance.
At TAQA Water Solutions, Philippe initially led and transformed the Finance Department, enhancing its structure and capabilities. Since March 2025, he has assumed leadership of the Strategy Department, focusing on business transformation, investment management, and digital transformation.
With his proven track record in both financial stewardship and strategic planning, Philippe continues to drive TAQA Water Solutions' ambitious growth agenda whilst ensuring sustainable value creation for all stakeholders.
