Name: Mohammed Saif Mohammed Bin Shafar
Designation: Chairman
Company: Al Shafar General Contracting Co.
Category: Contracting Giants
As Chairman of Al Shafar General Contracting (ASGC), Mohammed Saif Mohammed Bin Shafar has played a central role in shaping the UAE’s construction landscape. A seasoned leader who began his professional journey in the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, he brings over three decades of military and business discipline to the private sector. After retiring from active duty in 2001, he fully focused on expanding his entrepreneurial ventures, establishing Bin Shafar Holding, a diversified group with more than 20 companies operating across construction and real estate.
Since its inception in 1989, ASGC has grown under his close guidance to become a leading special-grade contractor in the region. The company has delivered over 250 major projects and now operates across multiple countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Syria, Oman, and Libya. Bin Shafar’s commitment to quality and professionalism has placed ASGC among the UAE’s top construction companies, with recent landmark developments including Emirates Crown Tower, Oceanscape, and Al Wifaq Tower.
He has always emphasized the importance of teamwork, transparency, and adherence to best industry practices. His belief that quality must go beyond compliance has shaped ASGC’s identity and positioned it for long-term success. Under his leadership, ASGC continues to contribute meaningfully to the UAE’s infrastructure and urban development, enhancing the quality of life for its residents while staying grounded in a vision of sustainable growth.
With a dual bachelor’s degree in Business and Military Administration, Mohammed Bin Shafar combines strategic foresight with operational excellence. His leadership reflects a deep-rooted commitment to national progress, corporate integrity, and creating a solid foundation for the future.
