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Awad Al-Anazi, Advisor to H.E. the Minister

Awad Al-Anazi

Advisor to H.E. the Minister·Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 26 years, 5 months

Advisor to H.E. the Minister

November 2025 - Present

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

November 2025 - Present

1. Providing advice and suggestions to His Excellency the Minister related to municipalities and housing.

2. Providing strategic advice and support to the ministry's initiatives and programs.

3. Have a deep understanding of municipal planning, urban development, and housing policies.

4. Involved in financial planning, investment strategies, and regulatory compliance.

Company industry:
Project & Construction Planning
Job role:
Management

ceo

July 2017 - February 2025

TAQAT Development Company

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

July 2017 - February 2025

Developed $1 billion synthetic graphite cluster of upstream and downstream EV battery projects.
1. ? Participated in developing the overall project cluster, including Needle Coke, Battery Graphite Anode, Graphite Electrode, and Graphene projects.
2. Led the technical and commercial feedstock contracts agreement with Petro-Rabigh Refinery Co.?
3. Led the commercial and technical negotiations with technology licensors (Chevron Lummus Global Co.), Phillips 66 and FEED award package with McDermott Co.?
4. Participated in establishing JV with Novonix, an international graphite anode Co listed in NASDQ.?
5. Responsible for all coordination with various parties, including MoE, PIF, Dussur, PetroRabigh, technical consultants, and legal and financial advisors.? Led the negotiation with MoE for the gas allocation agreement.?
6. Participated in investors negotiation

Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture
Job role:
Oil and Gas

Managing Director & CEO

June 2018 - June 2019

AR-Rakwa Investement Co.

Saudi Arabia

June 2018 - June 2019

"AR-RAKWA INVESTMENT COMPANY" is 100% Saudi Closed Shareholding, investing in various sectors including Construction, Engineering Services, Electro Mechanic, Industrial Plant Operations, Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Turn Around, Project& Construction Management, Plant Assessment & Feasibility Studies Services, and Trading for industrial materials, etc.
"AR-RAKWA INVESTMENT COMPANY" has a JV for a complex project with more than USD 1.5 Billion total investment.
"AR-RAKWA INVESTMENT COMPANY" is continuously exploring and evaluating business opportunities and endeavoring to expand all of its business vertically and horizontally. The head-quarter of the company is based in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia (Al Khobar).

Company industry:
Heavy Industry & Metallurgy
Job role:
Management

CEO

July 2014 - May 2017

FGOC

Yanbu, Saudi Arabia

July 2014 - May 2017

FGOC, is a %100 Saudi closed shareholding company with total capital investment of 1.1 billion Saudi Riyal. The main business of FGOC is manufacturing and trading globally in raw materials of glass fiber. Through its first plant at Saudi Arabia, FGOC will manufactures and sells high quality Boron Free E-Glass Fiber. Which is an environment friendly glass fiber, of superior mechanical properties as well high electrical and chemical resistance.

The plant which was designed and developed by a well-known professional Germany company, is currently in operation with total capacity 40, 000 T/Year for Phase-I while phase-II expected to launch in 2017 with additional 40, 000 T/Year.

• Manage the company during the construction stage till operation start up and follow up with technology provider / EPC contractors.
• Working directly with Saudi Aramco / Ministry of Petroleum to get all approvals till signed the Natural Gas supply agreement.
• Working directly with MARAFIQ to get all approvals / agreement, till power and other utilities are connected to the company.
• Working directly with SIDF and follow up with them to ensure all loans has been settlement on time.
• Establish the HR / Sales & Marketing / Logistic / Internal Audit / and Finance manuals and producer.
• Hired all the staffs in different positions.
• Implementing the strategic goals and objectives defined from the board of directors.
• Analyzing the company operations to evaluate its performance in meeting strategies and objectives, and to approve the best solution for optional cost reduction procedures improvement and policies changes.
• Presenting the company results to the board of directors periodically and on request.
• Ensuring that the company can work effectively with the available human resources, material and financial resources and increase in case of need.
• Conducting communication meetings with GM’s / department’s managers to assess their processes, and to verify the problems and coming challenges, representing the new opportunities, and present the new decisions.
• Directing and coordinating an organization's financial and budget activities in order to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency.
• Directing, planning, and implementing policies, objectives, and activities of company in order to ensure continuing operations,
• Studying and analyzing any expansion or reduction plan.
• Being responsible for any critical tasks or for any tasks that will result in a major financial impact in the company financial box.
• Serving as link channel between the company, shareholders, and outside organizations.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by company management.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

Managing Director

July 2009 - June 2014

Inma Pallets

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

July 2009 - June 2014

Inma Pallet is the largest pallet, cable reals, boxes and frames manufacturer in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Company offers unparalleled expertise with over 26 years’ experience in the pallet industry. Inma Pallets has an excellent reputation as one of the most professional wooden pallet manufacturers in GCC - distributing new wooden pallets from the modern manufacturing facilities in Jubail & Yanbu.
Inma Pallets is certified for ISO 9001:2008

Inma Pallets Co. is one of Khalid Alturki subsidiary,

• General responsibility of leading/taking/transforming/managing the company from a negative profitability to a profitable, financially sound and successful organization (Corporate Vision/Mission, Corporate Identity and Strategy, Long term Strategic Priorities, and Objectives).
• Set overall company direction, short and medium term objectives
• Instrumental in creating sales and marketing penetration strategy in a very difficult market. Inma Pallets Product currently being sold in the market with a solid reputation for quality
• Instrumental in building organizational structure, corporate and governance polices for new organization
• Managed the financial projections of the organization towards a sustainable structure
• Instrumental in recruiting and talent management planning
• Oversaw the management of local community issues and built good trusting relationship with the local community
• Increase the annual sales from SR 48 million to SR 160 million.
• Increase the sales volume from 740, 000 pallets to 2, 500, 000 pallets per year.
• Working directly with technology provider to designed and fabricate the mold and machines for Plastic project.
• In 2013, received the International Star Award for Leadership Quality in Platinum category (in Paris)
• In 2013, received the Golden Award for Quality and Business Prestige. ( in Rome)
• In 2013, received the Golden Award for T.Q.C.S. total Quality Customer Satisfaction Aptitude Seal for High Quality Performance Best Customer Satisfaction. (in Rome)
• In 2012, received the International Star Award for Quality in the Gold Category ( in Geneva)
• In 2012, the company gets top ranking on the 100 Saudi Fast Growth Companies List. (Ranked 17th).
• In 2012, the company wins the 14th position on the Saudi Responsible Competitiveness Index.
• Strong Focus on Safety Management. Reduced medical incidents.
• Implemented a plant-wide housekeeping program.
• Improved plant reliability process.
• Strong cost follows up and cost control.
• Reduced inventory level of the raw material to 3 months as budgeted
• Excellent relationship with customers.
• Solid understanding of Market dynamics, key customers and overall market trends. Strategic planning both short and long term
• Excellent handle on cost, financial acumen and overall business acumen
• Building strong management team with focus on team interaction and dynamics towards a common vision and goal
• Strong focus on employee development and creating talent for the organization
• Excellent Quality Performance - no customer issues in 2010, 2011, and 2012
• Created clear vision for the plant with clear expectation from Plant leadership Team to transform the plant to a World Class Operation in all aspects of the business
• Put in place systems and rigor to ensure sustainable improvement and change
• Cultural transformation - demonstrated strong command of communication skills, change management, and engaging tactics thru the successful implementation of a number of large scale plant-wide initiatives such as Risk Assessment Program, Housekeeping program, and overall Operational Excellence.
• Continued to challenge the status quo, push for continuous improvement and instill a sense of urgency to achieve best performance
• Built Culture of accountability and strong focus on delivering on performance and cost targets

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

Group General Manager

May 2007 - June 2009

Al Bassam Group

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

May 2007 - June 2009

• Managing the daily operations for Al Bassam Group of Companies including: Gulf Heavy Industrial Co.(GHI), Industrial Support Services Co. (ISS), TAQAT Holding Company, Eurotechnology, Al-Khalijiah Mining Company, SPEX, Al-Bassam Petroleum Equipment Company (APECO), Saudi Water Technology (SWI)

Responsibilities:

• Managing directly Gulf Heavy Industrial Co. (GHI), one of the biggest Mechanical Equipment Manufacturer.
• Prepare and approval of the Annual Budget for the Group of Companies
• Define and develop the strategies of the Group
• Develop and implement the sales and marketing business plans for the core business
• Follow-up with General Managers to ensure that the groups’ goals are achieved
• Working with MAN Ferrostaal AG (Germany) for 6 months as TAQAT’s decision maker to prepare & approve the bankable Feasibility study of TAQAT Steel Complex Plant
• Working directly with Group Managing Director on Jazan Refinery Project.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Management

Plant Manager

February 2004 - April 2007

SABIC

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

February 2004 - April 2007

• Focused on design and managing the mega-projects with a budget of more than USD 200 millions
• Maintenance, Operations, Base Engineering, Installation, Testing, and Plant Commissioning
• Prepare the Invitation to Bid (ITB), Project Specifications, and Project Execution Instructions
• Maintenance responsibilities including: major overhauls of Compressors, Turbines, Pumps, and Static Equipments
• Engineering and testing involved developing specifications, enquiry packages, evaluating bids, selecting vendors and witnessing shop tests
• Extensive installation work experience encompasses all actions leading to final acceptance of plant
• Traveled widely to visit various manufacturing facilities in Europe, Japan, and USA to witness performance testing of machines
• Managed international project onsite as Client Resident Engineer / Plant Manager during engineering stages of the projects
• Managing GAS Mega-Projects (Jubail VI, VII, and Yanbu III) with a total budget of USD 450 millions
• Preparation of ITB for two plants 6000 tons per day of Oxygen with 115 kV and 230 kV Electrical Substations in Yanbu and Jubail area
• Preparation of ITB for 3600 tons per day of Oxygen
• Preparation of ITB for 5000 tons per day of Methanol
• Managed technical evaluation bids, negotiations, and follow up meetings
• Collaborated with SABIC Engineering & Projects Management to manage the project stages until the contract was awarded
• Managed the project team and kick off meetings
• Reviewed and approved the (P&ID) for Jubail VI Project in the Tokyo office
• Finalized and approved the machines supplier of Main Compressor / Booster Compressor and Steam Turbine which is one of the largest machines in the world
• Prepared and signed the complete Project Specifications contract and Project Execution Instructions for Jubail Phase VII and Yanbu Phase III
• Transferred to Linde Engineering Office (Munich - Germany) as resident Plant Manager to review and approve the Base and Detail Engineering works. Participated in HAZOP and 3D CAD MODEL REVIEW as well as operations & maintenance
• Visited various vendor facilities to witness the performance and mechanical running test of Compressors, Pumps, and Turbines, and other equipment
• Supervised the construction of Jubail and Yanbu expansion projects

Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Management

Senior Rotating Engineer

February 2001 - February 2004

SABIC

Germany

February 2001 - February 2004

• Preparation of ITB for 3000 tons per day of Oxygen with Kr/Xe Recovery Unit
• Technical evaluation of bids and follow-up meetings with Hitachi (Japan), Linde (Germany), Air Product (U.K.), and Air Liquid (France)
• Kick off meeting with various vendors
• Transferred to Linde Engineering Office (Munich - Germany) as resident Sr. Rotating and Piping Engineer to review and approve the base and detail engineering work. During stay participated in HAZOP and 3D CAD MODEL REVIEW as well
• Visited various vendor facilities to witness the performance and mechanical running test of Compressors, Pumps, and Turbines, and other equipment
• Site supervision and progress monitoring of 3000 TPD Oxygen Plant with Kr/Xe Recovery Unit including the Plant Commissioning until the Plant start up
• Pre-commissioning and high pressure test team leader during the construction of GAS Phase V
• Prepared feasibility studies, bid documents for various projects and modification work, evaluation and negotiation of bids, award of contract, supervision of contractor’s work through installation to final acceptance, preparation of job schedules, financial and logistic control over projects, preparation of reports and documentation
• Planned and execute annual turnaround, as well as writing and compiling reports on turnaround
• Assisted maintenance department in organizing major repair/replacement. This includes preparation of scope of work for outside services
• Prepared the Lubricant List of all the equipment in Gas Plants
• Prepared a Training Handbook, Supports Operations, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Training Departments

Company industry:
Petrochemicals & Refined Petroleum Products Manufacture
Job role:
Engineering

Plant Engineer

May 1999 - February 2001

Saudi Electricity Company (SCECO)

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

May 1999 - February 2001

• Designed and modified the Hot Gas Paths and Cooling System of Gas Turbine Units
• Supervised of major overhauling of GAS TURBINE Units in Dammam and Barri Power Plants
• Reviewed of the various Energy flow diagrams
• Alignment, performance testing of rotating equipment
• Daily inspection of plant
• Installation and erection of equipments (Compressors, Gas Turbines, Pumps)

Company industry:
Electric Power Production & Transmission
Job role:
Engineering

Education

King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals

April 1999

April 1999

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering

Saudi Arabia

GPA (point): 3 out of 4

GPA (point): 3 out of 4

Mech. and Aerospace Eng.

King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals

September 1998

September 1998

Bachelor's degree, Aerospace Engineering

Saudi Arabia

GPA (point): 3 out of 4

GPA (point): 3 out of 4

• Double Major in Aerospace Engineering: King Fahad University of Petroleum and Minerals Sept. 1999

Skills

Manufacturing

Expert

Operation

Expert

Strategic Business

Expert

Engineering

Expert

Management

Expert

Managment

Expert

AND MARKETING

Expert

AWARD

Expert

COMPRESSORS

Expert

ENGINEER

Expert

MARKETING

Expert

OPERATIONS

Expert

PUMPS

Expert

SALES

Expert

TURBINES

Expert

computer and program

Expert

strategy

Expert

project management

Expert

finances

Expert

management

Expert

Manufacturing

Expert

Operation

Expert

Strategic Business

Expert

Engineering

Expert

Management

Expert

Languages

French

Beginner

German

Beginner

Arabic

Expert

English

Expert

Memberships

Global Community for Manufacturing Leadership (Manufacturing Executive), USA

Member

Manufacturing Leadership Council (Frost & Sullivan)

Member

The Global Community for Manufacturing Leadership (Manufacturing Executive), USA

Manufacturing Executive member

March 2012

Manufacturing Leadership Council (Frost & Sullivan).

Member

March 2012

Training and Certifications

Training
The 3-Day MBA for Owner, CEO, Senior Executive
Dubai
Strategy, Thinking and Solve Problems
Cairo
The 3-days MBA for CEO, Owner, Senior Executive
Daudi

Hobbies and interests

Interest

I won the international Star Award for the leadership quality ( France )

Interest

I won the 100 Fast Growth Companies is Saudi Arabia.

Interest

1. I won the international Star Award for Leadership Quality in Platinum category (France) 2. I won the International Golden Star Award in Quality ( Switzerland).