The Middle East’s
6. Badr Al-Olama
Designation: Director General
Company: Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO)
Established: 2019
Country: UAE
Category: Investment & Holdings
In February 2026, ADIO signed an MoU with HYCAP Middle East, a company specializing in hydrogen-powered mobility and clean transport technologies, under Project Green Sands, aiming to bring hydrogen production, advanced manufacturing, and logistics together on one platform in Abu Dhabi. In October 2025, ADIO joined seven Abu Dhabi entities to form a new partnership to advance the trade of high-quality perishable goods from Al Ain and across Abu Dhabi, improving logistics and cold-chain efficiency and supporting food security goals. Al-Olama has led ADIO since July 2024.