Telecommunications giant e& appoints new leadership. Masood M. Sharif Mahmood will become group CEO on April 1, 2026, replacing Hatem Dowidar after six years. Mahmood, currently e& UAE's CEO, brings over 25 years of experience across communications, investments, and government sectors. He previously led Yahsat as CEO, overseeing its expansion into 50 markets and orchestrating its 2021 public listing. His track record includes managing complex assets at Mubadala Investment Company and driving growth at Etisalat UAE. The transition occurs as e& reports strong 2025 results with consolidated revenue up 23.1 percent to Dhs72.9 billion and net profit climbing 33.6 percent to Dhs14.4 billion. The appointment signals continuity in the company's strategy of diversifying beyond traditional telecommunications into digital services and fintech sectors.
