Hussein Saihood

Senior Vice President of Raban Al-Safina (Group), a pioneering private sector entity driving energy transition in Iraq. In this capacity, Mr. Saihood has played a pivotal role to continuously spearhead strategic projects that not only bolster the nation’s economy but also contribute to its overall development. Through substantial investments with added-value propositions to clients, he has propelled the group to the forefront of Iraq’s energy revolution. In the sphere of energy generation, Mr. Saihood has overseen two of the country’s most significant infrastructure projects; the Maisan Combined Cycle Power Plant, and the Amara Combined Cycle Power Plant. His leadership in the oil and gas sector has included groundbreaking initiatives such as the execution of two complex projects in the gas sector: the Buzurgan Pipeline Project and the Bin Umar Development Project. These strategic endeavors not only reduce Iraq’s dependency on neighboring countries for the supply of gas fuel, but also yields sustainable and positive environmental outcomes.