H.E. Fahad Ghareeb Al Shamsi ​ Chairman

Acting Secretary General - Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council H.E. Fahad Ghareeb Al Shamsi brings extensive experience in public administration, regulatory policy, and service excellence to his role as Chairman of Maqta Technologies.

His Excellency is currently the Acting Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Quality & Conformity Council (QCC), where he oversees the emirate’s quality infrastructure agenda and leads cross-government initiatives to elevate service excellence, transparency, and efficiency. Under his leadership, QCC has advanced Abu Dhabi’s ambition to rank among the world’s top performers on the International Quality Infrastructure for Sustainable Development Index, while deepening partnerships across the public and private sectors to strengthen quality of life and competitiveness.

A seasoned public-sector executive, His Excellency previously held senior roles at the General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs, driving strategic collaborations and digital integration to streamline cross‑border trade, reduce processing times, and improve customer experience.

His Excellency regularly contributes to sector forums and government partnerships focused on food safety, testing and conformity, and service excellence, and continues to champion evidence‑based policy and stakeholder engagement across the emirate.

Dr. Yasser Al Wahedi ​ NED: Non- Independent

President - Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy Dr. Yasser Al Wahedi brings deep expertise in education leadership, industrial research, and advanced technologies to his role on Maqta Technologies’ Board. He is recognized for building high‑performance academic organizations and integrating AI and data‑driven methods into professional training ecosystems.

Dr. Al Wahedi is currently the President of Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy, where he oversees strategy, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Under his leadership, the Academy has expanded industry‑aligned programmes for seafarers and maritime professionals, enhanced simulator and safety training, and strengthened international collaborations, supporting the UAE’s ambitions for maritime capability and talent development.

Dr. Al Wahedi previously served in senior research and academic posts, authoring and co‑authoring more than 50 publications on energy efficiency and carbon‑emission reduction and holding multiple patents. He has taught and supervised graduate research across fluid mechanics, engineering economics, and process control.

Dr. Al Wahedi holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities and contributes to scholarly and industry forums advancing innovation in maritime education.

Mohamed Karmastaji​ NED: Independent​

CEO – Q Mobility​ Mohamed Hussein Karmastaji brings extensive experience in smart mobility, digital public services, and urban systems to his role on the Board of Maqta Technologies. He has led complex and scaled various initiatives that improve daily life through data, automation, and user‑centric service design.

His Excellency is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Q Mobility, a wholly owned ADQ company that manages, operates, and develops Abu Dhabi’s Darb tolling system and Mawaqif public parking. Under his leadership, Q Mobility is integrating advanced technologies to enhance reliability, reduce congestion, and elevate customer experience while supporting the emirate’s sustainability and livability goals.

Previously, as Executive Director of the Intelligent Transportation Systems Sector at Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre, His Excellency spearheaded AI‑enabled collaborations, including with Google, to optimize traffic signals, forecast congestion, and improve air‑quality outcomes. His Excellency’s affiliations include partnerships to strengthen industrial mobility infrastructure, notably with KEZAD Group for large‑scale truck parking and on‑street parking solutions.

His Excellency holds an Executive MBA from Zayed University and a BSc in Computer Science from San Diego State University.