Executive profile · Oman

Dr. Aflah bin Said Al Hadhrami

Managing Director, Petroleum Development Oman

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Nationality: Oman
Based in: Oman
Industries: Oil & Gas

Record status: Editorially verified Last verified: 5 Sep 2026 Last updated: 5 Sep 2026 Sources: 2

Biography

Dr Aflah bin Said Al Hadhrami is Managing Director of Petroleum Development Oman, taking over from Steve Phimister on 1 June 2024 as the company's first Omani national in the role. He brings nearly three decades of executive, operational and commercial experience in multinationals and government, having previously led Integrated Gas Company SAOC, served as CEO of Alshawamikh Oil Services SAOC, and held roles as Regional Director at BP and Vice President at Occidental Oman.

Current positions

Managing Director

Petroleum Development Oman

2024 – Present

Sources

1. PDO names first Omani managing director Oman Observer · accessed 5 Sep 2026
2. PDO appoints Dr Aflah bin Said al Hadhrami as new Managing Director Muscat Daily · accessed 5 Sep 2026