Name: Murali Serpakkam
Designation: Managing Director
Company: Al Futtaim Contracting
Category: Contracting Giants
Murali Serpakkam, the visionary and dynamic leader of Al-Futtaim Contracting Group (AFCG), has been instrumental in transforming the company into a future-ready, innovation-driven powerhouse within the MEP and engineering sector. With decades of deep expertise spanning project management, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) services, and commercial strategy, Serpakkam brings a razor-sharp focus on operational excellence, sustainable growth, and technological evolution.
Under his leadership, AFCG, an integral part of the Al-Futtaim Real Estate Contracting division, has emerged as a prominent and trusted name across key markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt. The company is widely acclaimed for delivering cutting-edge MEP and turnkey fit-out solutions across complex infrastructure, commercial, residential, hospitality, retail, and automotive sectors.
Its robust project portfolio includes landmark developments such as the MEP works for Etihad Rail’s Al Faya Depot, one of the region’s largest and most strategic rail infrastructure projects, and the high-profile expansion of Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi. AFCG’s expertise also extends to the prestigious Al Hamra Entertainment Complex in Riyadh, luxury hospitality ventures like The Cove and The Reef resorts under the Red Sea Development Project, and the monumental Jabal Omar development in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Serpakkam’s forward-thinking vision continues to steer AFCG toward sustainability and digital innovation. Recognizing the vital importance of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship, he has championed the company’s Energy & Sustainability division, integrating green building practices and smart construction technologies into current and future projects.
Complementing AFCG’s contracting capabilities is the broader strength of Al-Futtaim Engineering, which offers an extensive portfolio of critical products and services for the construction industry. These include advanced air conditioning systems, scaffolding and access solutions, elevators and escalators, control and life safety systems, facilities management, building products, and cutting-edge technology infrastructure solutions.
With a proven track record of leadership, Murali Serpakkam continues to elevate Al-Futtaim Contracting’s role as a key player in the transformation of the regional built environment—delivering excellence today, while building the future.
