October 29, 2026

DP World Appoints New Independent Non-Executive Directors to Its Board

Dubai:DP World has announced the appointment of Amer Abdulrahim Kazim and Iman Al Qasim as Independent Non-Executive Directors to its Board, with immediate effect.

According to Wam, the new appointees bring extensive experience in finance, corporate governance, human capital, and organisational transformation, further strengthening the Board's breadth of expertise.

Amer Abdulrahim Kazim serves as the Group Chief Audit Officer at Emirates NBD Group and has over 27 years of experience in sectors such as banking, aviation, telecommunications, and real estate. His previous roles include Chief Financial Officer at Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) and senior positions at Emirates Group, Meraas, and Dubai Airports. Additionally, he is a member of the Audit Committee at Emirates Development Bank and the UAE Banking Federation Audit Committee.

Iman Al Qasim is the Executive Vice President of Human Capital at Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), with over 20 years of experience in human capital and organisational transformation. Her career includes senior leadership roles at Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), Mubadala Investment Company, Dolphin Energy, and General Motors Middle East. She also serves on the board of E7 Group.

Essa Kazim, Group Executive Chairman of DP World, expressed his satisfaction with the appointments, stating that the extensive experience and expertise of Mr. Kazim and Ms. Al Qasim across various industries will provide valuable perspectives to DP World as the company continues to strengthen its governance and pursue long-term strategic objectives.