Eng. Abdulaziz Fahad AlKhayal

Eng. Abdulaziz Fahad AlKhayal served as Chairman of GASCO (National Gas and Industrialization Company), one of Saudi Arabia's leading industrial gas companies. He joined the company's board in 2014 and was reappointed to lead the organization through multiple board terms, most recently for a term from November 29, 2025, to November 28, 2029.

AlKhayal retired from Saudi Aramco in 2014 after a 33-year career, where he served as Senior Vice President of Industrial Relations since 2007. He earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering and an MBA from the University of California, Irvine. At Saudi Aramco, he progressed through multiple senior roles including Senior Vice President of Refining and Marketing (2003), Vice President of Corporate Planning (1998), Vice President of Employee Relations and Training (1997), and Vice President of Sales and Marketing (1996).

Career history

• Chairman, National Gas & Industrialization Company (GASCO) — since 2019
• Independent Director, Marathon Petroleum Corporation — since 2016
• Independent Director, Halliburton Company — since 2014
• Senior Vice President, Industrial Relations, Saudi Aramco — 2007 to 2014
• Chairman, PetroRabigh (Saudi Aramco's refining joint venture) — 2003 onwards

AlKhayal was known for his exceptional knowledge of the energy industry and international business experience, with significant expertise in oil and natural gas operations. While serving as Senior Vice President of International Operations at Saudi Aramco, he oversaw daily operations including environmental, safety, and security concerns for 50,000 employees. He became one of the first Saudis to serve on the board of Halliburton, the major oilfield services company.