1981, PhD in Mining Geology, Imperial College, University of London. Over 35 years' experience in oil and gas industry in a wide range of upstream roles in many regions. Formerly, senior management roles with Shell including: Vice-President, Exploration, Asia-Pacific; Chief Executive Officer and Board Director, South Rub Al Khali Company. From August 2012, Country and General Manager, Dana Gas Egypt; since September 2013, CEO, Dana Gas Group, Sharjah, UAE.