Independent Advisory
Providing independent strategic advice to investors, corporates, and consultants throughout the aluminium value chain. Advising on market dynamics, greenfield projects, M&A transactions, and procurement strategy globally with extensive knowledge of GCC smelters.
About
I am an independent advisor specializing in the aluminium industry with over 15 years of experience spanning corporate strategy, M&A, and business development across the value chain.
Prior to establishing my advisory practice, I served as Director of Corporate Development at Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the world's largest premium aluminium producer. Earlier in my career, I held M&A and investment roles at Abu Dhabi Financial Group, deNovo Partners and Rothschild.
Based in the UAE, I advise a global client base on strategic matters at the intersection of aluminium markets, industrial assets, and capital allocation.
Experience
15+ years in aluminium, M&A, and corporate strategy
Transaction Track Record
~$1 billion in cross-border M&A, greenfield & brownfield projects
Most Recent Role
Director, Corporate Development — EGA
Education
MSc Finance, Concordia University
BBA, HEC Montréal
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Areas of Expertise
Supply-demand dynamics, regional premium structures, price outlook, and trade flow analysis across primary and secondary aluminium markets.
Commercial due diligence support for investors evaluating aluminium assets from mining to downstream.
Cost structure analysis, technology assessment, operational benchmarking, and competitive positioning of primary aluminium production assets.
Carbon footprint assessment, CBAM implications, renewable energy sourcing strategies, and positioning for low-carbon aluminium markets.
Deep knowledge of the Gulf aluminium sector and producers EGA, Alba, Ma'aden, Sohar including capacity expansion plans, downstream development, and regional policy dynamics.
Strategic planning, market entry analysis, partnership structuring, and growth strategy for companies operating across the aluminium value chain.
Clients & Engagements
I advise private equity firms, management consultancies, commodity trading houses, investment banks, and industrial corporates on strategic questions related to the aluminium value chain.
Engagements are typically project-based and range from focused expert consultations to multi-week advisory mandates, depending on the scope and complexity of the question at hand.
Contact
If you have a question about the aluminium industry or would like to discuss how I might support your project, I would be glad to hear from you.