Ooredoo Group announced the formation of Ooredoo Fibre Networks (OFN), and the appointment of Khalid Hassan Al-Hamadi as its Chief Executive Officer, effective from 15 February 2026. The carve-out process is expected to be completed by 2027. Khalid Hassan Al-Hamadi brings deep operational and strategic leadership experience across Ooredoo?s footprint.
Most recently, he served as Managing Director and CEO of Ooredoo Maldives since February 2022, following a long career within Ooredoo Qatar where he held senior leadership roles across consumer sales and strategic planning. Under his leadership, Ooredoo Maldives accelerated its digital transformation agenda, expanding 5G coverage to approximately 80% of the population, extending broadband connectivity to additional islands, and deploying a new submarine cable to strengthen international connectivity. The company also achieved record performance in total revenue and net profit during his tenure.
These initiatives reinforced the company?s market position and earned global recognition, including a Guinness World Record for hosting the largest underwater panel discussion. He also brings more than 15 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, including leadership roles at Qatargas and General Electric, with recognised expertise in operational excellence, transformation delivery, and the execution of large-scale, capital-intensive infrastructure projects.
