Name: Fahad Al Hassawi
Designation: Group Chief Executive Officer
Company: du
Fahad Al Hassawi serves as the Group Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), widely known as du, a leading provider of telecom and digital services in the UAE. An Emirati executive with over two decades of industry experience, Al Hassawi has played a pivotal role in du’s strategic transformation, guiding the company beyond traditional connectivity into a comprehensive digital services and technology platform. His leadership reflects a clear vision of integrating advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of businesses, government entities, and consumers alike. Under Al Hassawi’s leadership, du has strengthened its position as a digital lifestyle and connectivity enabler, achieving near-nationwide 5G and 5G+ coverage while accelerating investments in AI, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise digital solutions.
These efforts position du as a trusted partner in the UAE’s digital transformation, supporting smart cities, digital government, and next-generation industries. He prioritises talent development through Emiratisation and future-ready skills initiatives such as du’s Certified Digital Talent programme, while advancing AI infrastructure, hyperscale data centre partnerships, and cloud-native platforms. Through strategic vision and operational excellence, he continues to position du at the forefront of the UAE’s digital economy and a catalyst for innovation.
