H.E. Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem

Group Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, DP World

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem is one of Dubai's leading businessmen. He is the Group Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DP World and the Chairman of the Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation. DP World is a worldwide logistics firm with its headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It specializes in maritime services, free trade zones, port terminal operations, and freight logistics. Recently, DP World has emerged as a solo player in the cargo logistics industry. The company raised USD 3.25 billion in Islamic and conventional bond sales to refinance existing debt and fund expansion, and it had repurchased P&O Ferries from Dubai World in a 322 million pound deal. The brain behind this successful venture is none other than the 67-year-old Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem. Mr. bin Sulayem’s expertise and visionary leadership spearheaded the rapid expansion of Dubai’s infrastructure, including ports and free zones, contributing significantly to the stellar growth trajectory of the United Arab Emirates. He was also a leader in developing the infrastructure supporting Dubai’s successful tourism industry, among various other sectors. According to Forbes Middle East, as of January 2023, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem’s net worth is around USD 7.5 billion.