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17 - 19 September 2024
Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre
Muscat, Oman
IEEE PowerTalks 2024 Program
IEEE PowerTalks 2024 Inauguration Ceremony
Session One: Power market updates
Moderated by
Mohammed Ali Al Lawati
Head Renewable Energy, PDO
Mohammed Ali Al Lawati
Head Renewable Energy, PDO
Eng. Mohammed Al-Lawati has a Master of Engineering Science from Western University in Ontario, Canada where he has also completed his bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
After a short tenure at Muscat Electricity Distribution Company, Mohammed joined PDO in 2010 as a power transmission supervisor where he was responsible to operate and maintain all the transmission assets within PDO network. Later, Mohammed moved into different roles within the power infrastructure department, electrical construction supervisor, power concept and planning engineer, power station project engineer, and lastly as a lead in the Renewable Energy section. He has been recently promoted to head the renewable energy initiatives within PDO.
Presented by
Maryam Al Hashimi
Director of Electricity and Energy Efficiency Policies and Strategies, Ministry of Energy & Minerals
Maryam Al Hashimi
Director of Electricity and Energy Efficiency Policies and Strategies, Ministry of Energy & Minerals
Maryam Al hashimi is a Policy and strategies specialist with over 15 years’ experience in policies and strategies Development. Over her working experience in the government entities, she had participated and led several policies and strategies projects relevant to the overall energy sector and electricity and water sectors. She is the Director of Electricity and Energy Efficiency Policies and Strategies in the ministry of Energy and Minerals. Before that, she held different positions at the former Public Authority for Electricity and Water and Ministry of Economy.
Mahmoud Al Habsi
Technical Regulations Manager - APSR
Mahmoud Al Habsi
Technical Regulations Manager - APSR
Mahmoud Al Habsi is the Manager of Technical Regulation with over 15 years of experience working in the Authority for Public Services Regulation. He is skilled in Power and Energy Systems Engineering with a Master's degree in Electrical Energy Systems from Cardiff University.
His Role is mainly focusing in monitoring technical compliance of the licensed entities to the Industry Codes and Standards and reviewing and approving Capital Expenditure allowances within the regulatory frameworks. His role also involves conducting system failure investigations and conducting audits to ensure full compliance of the sector companies to Health and Safety.
In addition, Mahmoud has played an important role in leading the development of SCADA and DCS Cyber Security Standard to ensure the security of critical infrastructure of the Electricity Sector in Oman.
Dr. Hilal Al Nasseri
Planning & Economics Manager, Nama Water & Power Procurement
Prof. Marek Jasiński
University professor - Warsaw University of Technology
Prof. Marek Jasiński
University professor - Warsaw University of Technology
Marek Jasinski, PhD, and D.Sc. graduated with a master's degree from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering at Warsaw University of Technology (WUT) in 2000 (with distinctionsfrom IEEE Poland Section (PS) and Association of Polish Electrical Engineers). Doctoral degree in the discipline of electrical engineering received from WUT in 2005, and habilitation (D.Sc. in 2018). The doctoral thesis was awarded by ABB.
From 2021 the head of the Industrial Electronics Division at the Institute of Control and Industrial Electronics,
Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology. In 2019, he received a Professor position in the Industrial Electronics Division, Institute of Control and Industrial Electronics, WUT; in years 2008-2019 Associate Professor at WUT. His research focuses on the control of power electronics converters for drives and renewable energy sources. Currently, his research is focused on the control of Energy processing by means of Power ElectronicsIntelligent Converters Technology under distorted grid voltage and higher impedance of grids as well as on optimizing the topology and control of intelligent convertersused in different types of power plants raising energy from distributed renewable sources.
In 2009 he was with the Aalborg University within VESTAS Power Program (consultant). In 2013/2014 he had an internship at RWTH-Aachen University – E.ON Energy Research Center Power Generation and Storage Systems in Germany. In 2020 he spends one month as Temporary Associate Research Scientist at A&M Texas University at Qatar (TAMUQ), Smart Grid Center. He has coauthored two patents, three chapters in books and over 101-refereed journal and conference papers. He has taken a part in over 20 research, development and industry projects (of which five as project leader). In the projects,
he worked with industry, including TWERD Power Electronics, TRUMPF Huettinger, ABB, PSE. The results of some projects carried out together with the representatives of the industry have been implemented in the productio.
Dr. Jasinski has been invited to act as a reviewer and a member of the Evaluation Committees for doctoral theses, habilitation, and employment at universities in Poland, Spain, Finland, Estonia and Denmark. He has been the supervisor or co-supervisor for many engineering, master and doctoralthesis. Most students who graduated under his supervision are currently working in the chosen field and enjoying professional success. He is a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and currently holds the position of Chair of IEEE Poland Section (2024-) and Past Chair of the Industrial Electronics Society (IES) Student and Young Professional (YP) Activity Committee awarded in 2019 by IEEE YP Hall of Fame Award. In the years 2008 - 2012 he was Chair of the IES - Power Electronics (PELS) Joint Chapter IEEE PS. Under his supervision, the IEEE PS Joint IES-PELS Chapter received 2010 Chapter Activity Award. He is an Associate Editor in IEEE Industrial Electronics Magazine (IEM since 2016), IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Industrial Electronics (JESTIE since 2019), and IEEE IES Industrial Electronics Technology News (ITeN since 2020). He has revived publications in IEEE journals (among other Transactions on Industrial Electronics, Transaction on Power Electronics), other international journals and manuscripts at national and international conferences. He works as a reviewer with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education and the National Centre for Research and Development. He organized national and international seminars, workshops and conferences.
He has also chaired regular and special sessions on the integration of distributed energy sources of electrical power systems. He has received team Rector's Awards and other for his research results including the first prize for scientific and technical achievements of the Prime Minister (Poland) in 2017.
Can Kaymakci
Head of the SynErgie Coordination Office, Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA
Can Kaymakci
Head of the SynErgie Coordination Office, Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA
Can Kaymakci combines his expertise in manufacturing and energy efficiency with tools of artificial intelligence. He was able to successfully apply this multidisciplinary expertise at the Fraunhofer IPA in the Industrial Energy Systems department, where he developed innovative solutions at the interface between research and industry. His career progression culminated in his role as project coordinator for SynErgie, a flagship project of the German Federal Government's Digital Strategy, involving approximately 70 partners. Leading the SynErgie project reinforced his belief that the future lies in the intelligent connection of science, industry, and technology.
Session Two: Power systems and grid solutions
Moderated by
Ahmed Al-Nadabi
Regularity & Compliance General Manager - OETC
Ahmed Al-Nadabi
Regularity & Compliance General Manager - OETC
Eng.Ahmed Al-Nadabi has a Master Degree in Energy System from UK with more than 14 years’ experience in Electricity Transmission business. He is currently working as a Regulatory and Compliance General Manager in Oman Electricity Transmission Company. He also a chairman for Grid Code Review Panel and member in other local and international committees. He contributed in many technical publications internationally.
Presented by
Dr. Kai FU
Senior Manager - GEIDCO
Dr. Kai FU
Senior Manager - GEIDCO
Dr. Kai FU was born in Shandong Province, China. He is an Economist and Senior Manager on grid interconnection at the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO). His expertise includes MENA economic & social affairs study, energy & resources research in China, Africa and MENA countries. GEIDCO is a no-profit INGO, initiated by the State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), with HQ in Beijing and 7 regional offices around the globe. At GEIDCO, he is working on international collaboration, energy green transition and sustainable development in the MENA region, and cooperation with government ministries, international organizations, research institutes, energy companies, financing parties, and think-tanks. He participated in the preparation of several GEIDCO annual reports on energy transition and sustainable development in the MENA region.
Dr. Kai holds a doctorate in Arabic Study from the Alexandria University of Egypt, and is an economist certified by the Chinese government.
Akhillas Rashid Nasser Al Waaili
Operational Planning Engineer - OETC
Akhillas Rashid Nasser Al Waaili
Operational Planning Engineer - OETC
An Operational Planning Engineer / Network Study and System Performance Engineer at Oman Electricity Transmission Company. I began my career in November 2019. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a major in Power and Energy Engineering, which I earned from Sultan Qaboos University in 2019. I completed my Master’s degree in the same field at Sultan Qaboos University in September 2024, with a keen interest in Modern Power System Stability.
Siti Aziz
Consultant in Electricity Market & Regulation, Elia Grid International - Germany
Siti Aziz
Consultant in Electricity Market & Regulation, Elia Grid International - Germany
Siti Aziz is a Consultant in Electricity Market & Regulation with nearly a decade of experience in the energy sector. Her expertise spans management consultancy, business analysis, stakeholder management, and techno-commercial aspects of energy systems, with a strong focus on renewable energy and sustainability. Equipped with an MBA in Energy Management from Technical University Berlin, Siti has contributed to diverse projects, such as co-founding a startup in aggregating storage micro-capacities and enabling flexibility mechanisms, developing power system resiliency, working on grid code and roadmaps with increasing RES penetration or more broadly electrification of power. She is fluent in English, German, French, and Malay.
Dr. Ralf Blumenthal
Senior Vice President and Head, Siemens Grid Software Middle East & Africa
Dr. Ralf Blumenthal
Senior Vice President and Head, Siemens Grid Software Middle East & Africa
Ralf was appointed in January 2022 and has been in the forefront for grid software business in the Middle East since. As the Senior Vice President he is responsible for the grid operators and industries across Middle East in transmission and distribution control centers, AMI, grid planning, microgrids and EV charging management.
In his previous role as Global Product Manager for Energy Efficiency Analytics, Ralf was leading the way for SaaS product to derive energy and process efficiency measures from big data and AI analysis of energy consumption and process data in industrial and infrastructure processes.
He holds a Dr.-Ing in Thermoacoustic and Dipl.-Ing in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Aeronautical Engineering with majors in Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics.
Abdulaziz Mikwar
Power Quality Solutions Sales Manager – MEA, Hitachi Energy
Abdulaziz Mikwar
Power Quality Solutions Sales Manager – MEA, Hitachi Energy
Abdulaziz Mikwar is power quality solutions (PQS) sales and marketing in Middle East & Africa. He has been involved in developing multiple PQS projects in the region for utility and renewables applications. He participated in different events to demonstrate the need for PQS in today’s & future power grids. He received his Master in Power Engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. And his bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, Canada.
Grain Philip Adam
NEOM Energy and Water (ENOWA)
Grain Philip Adam
NEOM Energy and Water (ENOWA)
Dr. Grain Philip Adam is a Principal Planning Expert with NEOM Energy and Water (ENOWA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), a technical lead of 3000 MW and ±525 kV Bipole Voltage Source Converter HVDC Interconnector under construction between Yanbu and NEOM Industrial City (NIC), and a co-lead of NEOM Grid Design. Previously, Dr. Adam was with the Technology and Innovation Center (TIC) of the Institute of Energy and Environment (IEE) of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department, University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, UK. Dr. Adam has authored and co-authored over 100 technical reports as part of R&D with several tier 1 OEMs (ALTSOM Grid, UK; Mitsubishi Electric, Japan; and Rolls-Royce, UK), consultancies for major UK utilities (National Grid, Scottish Power and SSE), and Prestige European and UK research projects, and 3 books in power electronics applications in power systems. Dr Adam is known for his sustained contribution of original ideas in fundamental and applications of power electronics, and he has published over 150 journal and conference articles, with 19 articles ranked in the top 1% of the highly cited papers with more than 100 citations per paper. Dr Adam is senior member of IEEE, IEEE Power Electronics Society and IEEE Power and Energy Society (PES), and member of editorial board and associate editor of IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Power Electronics (JESTPE). Dr. Adam received several awards, for example, best paper awards for ICRERA conference in 2018 and 2022, PES reviewer of the year in 2018, star reviewer and associate editor of JESTPE in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
Session Three: Distribution systems
Moderated by
Yousuf Al Mahrooqi
Chief Technical Officer - Nama Electricity Distribution
Yousuf Al Mahrooqi
Chief Technical Officer - Nama Electricity Distribution
Mr. Yousuf Mohammed Al Mahrooqi joined the Company in June 2023 as general manager of corporate affairs. Mr. Al Mahrooqi is also a member of [the internal tender committee] within the Company. Prior to his current role, he was in Acting Chief Distribution Officer at MEDC, and he has previously held roles within the Company in Regulatory, Compliance and Corporate Planning, Operation Manager, Senior Manager Projects Delivery. Mr. Al Mahrooqi has also held the position of [Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)] Chairman for Nama Improvement Committee. Mr. Al Mahrooqi has a Master of Science in network planning from Sultan Qaboos University, Oman since 2012 and a Master of Research in business administration from Liverpool University, UK since 2016.
Presented by
Gandhiraj Kanagalingam
Senior Engineer – Projects Design, Nama Electricity Distribution
Gandhiraj Kanagalingam
Senior Engineer – Projects Design, Nama Electricity Distribution
Gandhiraj Kanagalingam received the Bachelor of Engineering degree in electrical and electronics engineering from Bharathidasan University, India, in 2003. He is completed his Diploma in Embedded system and applications from Annamalai University in 2006 and completed his Master of Technology degree from Bharathidasan University, India in 2008.
He joined Nama Electricity Distribution (earlier Muscat Electricity Distribution Company) in 2013 as a Senior Projects Engineer in the project management department. His cutting-edge technology knowledge and optimization interests lie in the area of design optimization to reduce the projects CAPEX and OPEX cost. In 2016, he transferred from project management department to the projects design department to utilize his technology knowledge and design optimization experience to the substation design.
He made optimized, standard, cost and time effective changes in the Nama Electricity Distribution Substation design to enhance efficiency, more reliability and resilience to the future. He has presented papers in Nama technical seminars and workshops. He has collaborated actively with new engineers, trainee engineers, college students and
transfers his knowledge to them.
Dr. Muhannad Al-Suhaily
Senior Consultant, Asset Management - DNV
Dr. Muhannad Al-Suhaily
Senior Consultant, Asset Management - DNV
Dr. Muhannad has a background as an electrical engineer, he gained experience on the field of Power Failure Investigation, Asset condition assessment, Health Indexing and maintenance decision support system methodology for high voltage capital assets during his work at DNV GL and his research work at Delft University of technology in the Netherlands.
Publications and Papers:
Dr. Muhannad has authored several papers on topics such as power inverters, root cause analysis of distribution assets, and preventive diagnostics for GIS. Latest publications include works presented at Cigre Paris 2024 and GCC Cigre 2023
Memberships:
- Member of Cigre (Council on Large Electric Systems)
- Member of IAM (Institute of Asset Management)
- Member of IAC (Industry Advisory Committee) organized by the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) in UAE
Deepak Ramachandran
Technical Promoter – IoT & Digitalization, Siemens
Deepak Ramachandran
Technical Promoter – IoT & Digitalization, SiemensDeepak is the Technical Promoter for IoT and Digitalization in Electrification and Automation at Siemens, UAE. With over 19 years of experience, he has been delivering solutions in Substation Automation, IoT and OT Cyber Security for key customers across the region.
Said Al Mashaikhi
Electricity Project Manager, Nama Dhofar Services
Said Al Mashaikhi
Electricity Project Manager, Nama Dhofar Services
With over 16 years of industry knowledge in the power utility sector, particularly in electricity distribution across numerous distribution firms in the Sultanate of Oman, I bring forth an excellent blend of leadership, operational acumen, and technical prowess. My professional journey also features an intensive nine-year tenure in a leadership position, offering me hands-on experience in team and project management. Presently, I am honing my managerial skills in the capacity of an Electricity Projects Manager at Dhofar Integrated Services Company. My role involves leading a high-performing project team and delivering a variety of electricity distribution projects for 33kV and below in Dhofar Governorate.
I am proficient at managing complex projects, outlining objectives, and navigating challenges to attain the desired objectives. My technical expertise, project management skills, and leadership experience make me an ideal professional in the power utility sector. As an academically well-rounded individual, I possess an MSc in Renewable Energy from Edinburgh Napier University (2021) and a bachelor’s degree in Power System & Energy Engineering (2007) from Sultan Qaboos University. These accomplishments have enriched my understanding of the sector, furnishing me with the knowledge and foresight to innovate in the ever-evolving energy market.
Abdulrahim Al Saifi
Electrical & OHL Engineer, PDO
Abdulrahim Al Saifi
Electrical & OHL Engineer, PDOEng. Abdulrahim Al Saifi is Electrical & OHL Engineer graduated from Caledonian College of Engineering, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman BENG (Hons) Degree in Electrical Power Engineering. He has a wide experience in oil and gas industry and specialized in OHL design in PLS CADD software. He is a key player in PDO to review and approve the OHL design and standards. Besides, Abdulrahim is involved in reviewing OHL integrity and projects within PDO and revealing for the latest solutions. Recently, He has been certified as a cable jointer and certified on supervision of Installation Raychem Heat shrink Termination and Joints up to 36 kV. Concurrently, he has been certified by the Ministry of Higher Education as a Cable Jointer Instructor, As well as freelancer for OHL , cables, and cable termination courses.
On top of that, Abdulrahim is working to build capability within PDO staff and committed to run the below trainings:
- Design 33KV & 132kV distribution and Transmission system.
- Construction and commissioning 33KV & 132kV distribution and Transmission system
- Cable jointing, termination Installation and failure investigation.
Session Four: Asset Management and Optimization
Moderated by
Abdullah Khayari
Electrical Discipline Head, PDO
Abdullah Khayari
Electrical Discipline Head, PDO
Abdullah A Khayari has a Bachelor's degree in Electric & Electroclinic-Power from Sultan Qaboos University and Master’s in Business Administration from Bedfordshire University, UK. He has experience of 22 years of work in Petroleum Development Oman (PDO). Currently he is working as Electrical Discipline Head in (PDO) managing Electrical discipline standards, people development and design assurance.
Presented by
Nainar Balasubramanian
Transco
Nainar Balasubramanian
Transco
Biography
NAME : N. BALASUBRAMANIAN;
QUALIFICATION
1. MASTER OF ENGINEERING. (1987 -1989)
ELECTRONICS,
MADRAS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,
ANNA UNIVERSITY,
CHENNAI,
INDIA.
2. BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING. (1983-1987)
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS.
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY,
ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY,
CHIDAMBARAM,
INDIA.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : 33 YEARS
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:
1. Design, Testing and Commissioning of EHV stations
2. Asset Performance of Power Transmission Systems
Dylan Behrmann
Sales Director: Enterprise Software Solutions, Hitachi Energy
Dylan Behrmann
Sales Director: Enterprise Software Solutions, Hitachi Energy
Dylan is working as Head of Sales for Enterprise Software Solutions at Hitachi Energy based in Dubai , UAE.
In this role, he is responsible for the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa Region, focusing on all commercial activities for Hitachi Energy's Enterprise Software business.
Dylan has 20 Years of industry experience, focusing on the asset intensive and technology industries. In the last 8 years, he has been working closely with industry executives on their Asset and Energy Performance Management, Operations Management, and Equipment Reliability needs.
Humayun Ahmed
Technical Applications Leader, GE Vernova
Humayun Ahmed
Technical Applications Leader, GE Vernova
A distinguished electrical engineer with 20 years of expertise in the Transmission and Distribution sector. Currently a Technical Leader for Asset Monitoring and Diagnostics at GE Vernova, he excels Grid Automation with focus on Asset monitoring and communications. Based in Dubai, UAE, Humayun has successfully led major Asset monitoring projects across the MENAT region. His career at GE spans for 14 years, where he has driven innovation and delivered impactful technical solutions, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancement in the industry.
Asim Bashir Bajwa
Principal Technical Services Manager, Doble Engineering
Asim Bashir Bajwa
Principal Technical Services Manager, Doble Engineering
Asim Bashir Bajwa joined Doble Engineering Co. UK in 2012, have been working in HV Diagnostics industry for last 17 years. He has specialized in condition assessment (offline) investigations of power transformers, along with contribution to numerous forensic scrapping projects UK wide. Asim has been part of CIGRE A2.55: Transformer Life Extension. A key element of this study was his involvement in life extension of 400kV shunt reactor and transformers for an electric utility in UK. Being a lead role in Asset Health Review domain, he has successfully delivered major utility’s transformers and reactors assessment and health indexing projects in past. Asim has presented Doble in numerous international conferences and adjoined in tailored training programs for customers with panel of experts.
Edgard Abou Kheir
JINKO SOLAR
Edgard Abou Kheir
JINKO SOLAR
I am an Electrical Engineer, Leveraging a Master's degree from the Lebanese University (Faculty of Engineering, Branch 2) and 7 years of experience with a proven track record in the solar energy sector.
Previously, as a Project Manager at Phoenix Energy (Indevco Group), I led diverse C&I (Commercial & Industrial) solar projects – on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid – from initial costing and procurement to design, execution, commissioning, and customer training. This experience solidified my expertise as an EPC contractor in the solar field.
Currently, I excel as a Technical Service Manager for the MENA Region for Jinkosolar. In this role, I provide pre-sales support, navigate contract negotiations, and participate in organizing events including marketing updates with technical part to show our clients our presence in the region and present our latest products and technologies. Additionally, I manage product lines and deliver customer training sessions, ensuring clients stay current on industry trends and technologies specially on the Solar PV panels part.
Omar Mohammed Al Qassem
Senior Manager - Innovation Discovery & Design, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority
Omar Mohammed Al Qassem
Senior Manager - Innovation Discovery & Design, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority
Session Five: Energy Conservation and Efficiency
Moderated by
Hilal Al Ghaithi
Principal Technical Facilities - OQAE - Energy Excellence
Hilal Al Ghaithi
Principal Technical Facilities - OQAE - Energy Excellence
Hilal is a principal technical facility in OQAE with more than 10 years of experience working in refineries and petrochemical industries. He graduated from Sohar University with a degree in chemical engineering. Hilal specializes in operations and energy efficiency of oil and gas processing units, including energy intensity benchmarking, energy auditing, and process analyses, as well as identifying opportunities for energy efficiency improvement and supporting the decarbonisation journey.
Presented by
Alan Freeman
Head of Energy Services - Energy Excellence, OQ Alternative Energy
Alan Freeman
Head of Energy Services - Energy Excellence, OQ Alternative Energy
Head of Energy Services at OQ Alternative Energy, responsible for the implementation of OQ’s ambitious decarbonization targets with particular emphasis on energy efficiency. Development of appropriate strategies and the implementation of various business models to achieve these targets. Previously led the Business Development team at Enova by Veolia, to develop and deliver energy performance contracts and renewable energy projects across MENA.
Before relocating to the Middle East, Alan was part of the Technical Energy Division at Veolia implementing energy projects and Energy Management Systems that conform to ISO 50001 across the industrial and commercial sector.
A member of Engineers Ireland, Chartered Energy Manager with Energy Institute and holds CMVP certification through the Association of Energy Engineers.
Hilal Said Al Hadi
Manager Distribution System Modernization - Nama Electricity Distribution Company
Hilal Said Al Hadi
Manager Distribution System Modernization - Nama Electricity Distribution Company
Hilal Said Sulaiman Al Hadi , born in Muscat in Oman on March 25, 1971. Has three years Electric Diploma on 1990, and then continues to complete my studies and graduated from Scotland in UK in 2001 as BSC in Electric and Electronic. I have more than 30 years’ experience in Oman electric system which includes but not limited to 11kV maintenance, Protection, communication (220kV,132kV,33kV,11kV,and 415V, 33kV maintenance, Operation, Training, System Studies, planning, Asset, Business , Regulatory frame work, HSE , GIS system, Renwable Systems ( Solar PV EV , Power Quality and Wind turbines) . My career start at 1990 as electric technical tile 1992, and then transferred to protection and communication section at 1992 until 2002, and I’ worked as protection and communication technician, then become communication engineer from 2002 tile 2003, then shafted to system studies in 2003 tile end of 2004 at Ministry of Housing, Electricity and Water, and then shifted to Oman Electricity Transmission co (OETC), end of 2014 assigned to be one of the OETC establishment teem (privatization) focused on protection and communication . First of May 2005 started as section head of protection and communication with OETC. In 2008 selected to be a head section of Strategic Planning and Studies with OETC. At 6/5/2013 to 4/5/2014 become as Compliance & Regulation Manger with OETC. Then I applied for early retirement from the government system and joint MEDC as Senior Planning Engineer, Section Head of Studies and Research till date. Planning Manager (Acting) MEDC . secondment with Ministry of Oil and Gas till 14/1/2020. System Planning Manger with Tanweer from 31/5/2020 till date. Acting Senior Manager Business and Asset Planning from 1/8/2021 till 30/5/2023.
Nama Electricity Distribution Company, System Planning Manager Zone-4 from 1/6/2023 18/4/2024 , Distribution Network Marinization Manager 18/4/2024 till date.
Also a member of grid code from 2005, Distribution Code, chairman of Metering and data exchange code. I was charring many activities within OETC. And received a Arabic inventors price in 2003 at Cairo and I ‘m member of science club in Oman, have many different inventions and attend different scientific activities last 19 years. Representing science clubs at second Omani inventions exhibition at 22 to 24/3/2015 and I’ got second price for my invention. I’ appointed in the Arabic interconnection Energy studies as member, and I’m selected as focal point of the IAEA Oman group, report was prepared for the Oman Exploring Energy options study till 2035 for the peaceful nuclear office (Ministry of foreign affairs) . I have more than 28 technical publications either other or co-other .Tow presentations was given in the IEEE Oman at MSQ 2014. Project Manager for the first knowledge Sharing Conference (KSC)2013, I got best of 5 papers price in KSC 2013.. I have good interaction with social by providing celebration programs for several activities. Giving free workshops for schools in the inventions and electronic project and forth industrial revolution . Supporting students in the final year projects in many colleges, working as volunteer with ministry of education for evaluation of projects and student ideas with the judgment committee.
Currently I’m Supporting students in many universities and college for final year project training, design, assembly, programing (C++) and testing using IoT plat form , AI and IoT.
Haitham Al Rasbi
General Manager, Aafaq Engineering Consultancy
Haitham Al Rasbi
General Manager, Aafaq Engineering Consultancy
Dr. Haitham Al Rasbi is a leading expert in sustainable architecture and energy efficiency, with over 10 years of experience. He holds a PhD in Sustainable Architecture, an MSc in International Construction Management and Engineering, and a Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering.
Dr. Al Rasbi's career spans various sectors in project management and engineering. As General Manager at Aafaq Engineering Consultancy in Muscat, Oman, he directed residential and commercial construction projects.
At the Rolton Group in the UK, he worked as a Sustainability Manager, optimizing building sustainability and thermal performance for diverse projects, including the Jaguar/Land Rover Factory and several shopping malls and schools.
Dr. Al Rasbi also served as a Project Engineer at Atkins, overseeing projects such as the Novotel Muscat Airport Hotel and Lamar Bowsher Residential Complex.
As a Senior Analyst at the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-Up Unit, he managed Tanfeedh initiatives and large tourism projects, developing key performance indicators and strategic milestones.
Dr. Al Rasbi currently leads Kafa'a, the energy services (ESCO) division of his consultancy firm Aafaq, focusing on energy conservation and reduction studies.
Helton Bezerra
MASCHINENFABRIK REINHAUSEN GMBH
Helton Bezerra
MASCHINENFABRIK REINHAUSEN GMBH
Helton Bezerra, electrical technical degree and began his career as an Electrical Engineer in Industrial Engineering University of Sao Paulo - FEI. Postgraduate degree in International Business Management in Curitiba, FAE, Brazil. Started the work experience in telecommunications and then, approximately 27 years ago, changed to electrical engineering applications, in the automation field later adding almost 20 years for Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen in Brazil. In this last opportunity, acting as Sales Manager dedicated to the Central and South American market to promote the complete MR portfolio. In May 2023, moved to MR Germany with a focus on MR's solution to hydrogen production plants, taking part from sales and technical discussions to implement our developed new solutions on MW and GW hydrogen plants already. Supporting technically already H2 projects under construction.
Mustafa Vahgjipurwala
OQ Alternative Energy
Mustafa Vahgjipurwala
OQ Alternative Energy
Mustafa Vahgjipurwala is Lead for Non-Technical Facilities working with OQ Alternative Energy under Energy Excellence group. Vahgjipurwala holds a BE degree in Instrumentation Technology from the Visvesvaraya Technological University, Karnataka, India and an MSc degree in Energy from the Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland. Vahgjipurwala is a
certified Professional Energy Manager by the Institute of Energy Professionals, U. S. A. and Chartered Energy Engineer by the Energy Institute.
Previously, Vahgjipurwala has worked with McDermott, Petrofac and Reliance Industries for 17 years on several oil and gas projects across the globe and at various levels, from graduate engineer to Lead Engineer. Vahgjipurwala’s research interests include: Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy and Energy Management.
Sultan AL-Yahyai
Information Technology Manager - Nama Electricity Supply Company
Sultan AL-Yahyai
Information Technology Manager - Nama Electricity Supply Company
Dr. Sultan l Yahyai, a technical consultant and pioneer in the field of modern technologies. He is a specialist in data science and analytics.
- IT manager at Nama Electricity Supply Company
-Visiting lecturer at several universities.
-Public and keynote speaker
-Published more than 70 research papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
-Delivered numerous workshops and training courses worldwide.
-Contributed to building the capacities of several countries in specialized technical fields.
-Judge member in many international competitions related to modern technologies.
-Advisory board member for several universities in IT related specializations.
-Graduated form Sultan Qaboos University (PhD 2013, MSc 2005, BSc 2000)
Session Six: Sustainable Energies, Renewables & Storage
Moderated by
Dr. Rashid AlBadwawi
General Manager Green Hydrogen Project Support, OETC
Dr. Rashid AlBadwawi
General Manager Green Hydrogen Project Support, OETCRashid Al Badwawi has a wide experience and track record of accomplishments (more than 28 years) which includes, but not limited to, strategic leadership, planning, studies, organizational management, project management, design, procurement, construction and commissioning of large-scale multi-discipline and complex projects mainly related to Oil and Gas Industry and Electricity sector in Oman.
• Current position: General Manager Green Hydrogen Project Support at Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) since 21 April 2024.
• Prior experience: Previously Rashid held several positions at OETC, as Corporate Affairs General / Senior Manager from November 2021 till April 2024, Projects Planning Advisor (2017-2021), Senior Manager - Projects (2013-2017) and Strategic Planning and Projects Manager (2008-2013). He was Project Manager at Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (2005-2008) and Senior Project Engineer at Daleel Petroleum (2004-2005). He was Senior Electrical Project Engineer / Electrical Construction Supervisor at Petroleum Development Oman (“PDO”) (1995 -2005).
• Education: Ph.D. degree in Renewable Energy from the University of Exeter, U.K., in 2017. B. Eng. and M.Sc. degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, in 1995 and 2001, respectively.
Presented by
Vitthal Sawant
R&D Director
Vitthal Sawant
R&D Director
Vitthal Sawant has extensive work experience in the field of research and development. Vitthal is currently serving as Director of R&D and Innovation at Oman Cables and MEART Region for Prysmian Group. Vitthal have overs 20+ years of experience in Power Cables. Before joining Oman Cables, he worked in General Cable USA for 6 years. His main role is Designing Cables, developing innovative technologies and services while addressing customer needs for Electrical cables and managing advanced testing set-up of cables. He is actively involved in Sustainability initiative of the company. As an inventor he received 11 Patents for several new technologies he developed. He holds Bachelor and Master degree in Polymer Technology from one of premier institute in India, IIT Delhi. He presented several technical papers at international conferences. Overall, Vitthal has a strong background in research and development, with expertise in materials, innovation, and team leadership.
Idris Al Siyabi
Petroleum Development Oman
Idris Al Siyabi
Petroleum Development OmanIdris Al Siyabi works as renewable energy lead part of the renewable energy department in petroleum Development Oman Company, Oman. Idris graduated as Mechanical Engineer from Sultan Qaboos University in 2005 and completed a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Sultan Qaboos University in 2011. Idris holds PhD degree in the renewable energy from the University of Exeter, UK with many publications in different areas of renewable energy such as solar PV, solar thermal energy storage and the integrated solutions.
Prof. Abdullah Al Badi
Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering Department, Sultan Qaboos University
Prof. Abdullah Al Badi
Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering Department, Sultan Qaboos University
Abdullah Al-Badi received the degree of M.Sc. and Ph.D from UMIST, UK, in 1993 and 1998, respectively. He has published more than 200 publications and co-author one edited book. He carried out 46 research projects and consultancy (Main or co-investigator), with total attracted fund of +US$2.2 million. He is among the Stanford University’s World’s Top 2% Scientists for year 2021, 2022 and 2023. In May 2022 he received the Best Researcher Award and in May 2024 received the Proficiency in scientific publishing ِ Award during university day Sultan Qaboos University. He received from His Majesty the Sultan of Oman, the Royal Order of Commendation (Second Class) Recognition in the field of Research, Innovation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, 11th January 2023. He is a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical Engineering and Electronics, IEEE, USA and a consultant in Oman Society of Engineers. He was the chair for IEEE Oman Section (January 2020- Dec 2023). He is IEEE program evaluator for Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) and External Reviewer for Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA). In 2009 he was appointed as a Dean for the Deanship of Admissions and Registration, in Feb. 2014 was appointed as a Dean for the College of Engineering, and in 2019 he was appointed as Research Chair, Madayn for the Development of Industrial Estates and Free Zones. Currently he is a Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering Department in Sultan Qaboos University.
Hanan Al-Abdali
Nama Electricity Distribution Company
Hanan Al-Abdali
Nama Electricity Distribution CompanyHanan Alabdali is an electrical engineer, graduating from the College of Applied Sciences Sohar. Currently employed as a Renewable Energy Engineer at Nama Group, she specializes in commissioning and energizing small-scale renewable projects up to 25 MW, while also conducting indepth studies on renewable energy topics. Hanan's career highlights include a pivotal role as PMO Lead with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, where she spearheaded projects spanning renewable energy, electricity, hydrogen, CCUS, energy transition, and energy efficiency. Her passion lies in advancing sustainable energy solutions and contributing to the future of renewable energy initiatives.