Aqeel Kadasah

Overview

Aqeel Kadasah holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and brings over 25 years of practical experience to the cement and industrial sectors. He was appointed CEO of Southern Province Cement effective July 12, 2020, following the resignation of previous leadership, with his formal appointment confirmed effective November 1, 2020. He resigned from the position in September 2025, citing personal reasons.

Kadasah led SPCC, one of the biggest cement companies in the Middle East, which operates seven production lines across three factories in the strategic regions of Jazan, Aseer, and Makkah Al Mukarramah Province. During his tenure, he provided insights into Saudi Arabia's cement sector recovery, noting Q3 2022 sales reached 1.45 million tons. He emphasized the company's focus on collaborative partnerships and the need for high-quality equipment capable of withstanding tough working conditions in cement production.

Career history

• Yamama Cement Co. – Early career position
• Saudi Electricity Co. (SEC) – Engineering Services Department
• Southern Province Cement – Joined 1997; later became deputy CEO for industrial services
• Southern Province Cement – Executive Vice President (before 2019)
• Southern Province Cement – Chief Executive Officer (November 2020 – September 2025)

What Kadasah could bring to future leadership roles: With nearly 30 years in materials production and industrial operations, Kadasah brings deep expertise in manufacturing optimization, supply chain management in capital-intensive industries, and multi-site operations across strategic geographic regions. His engineering background combined with his progression through manufacturing services to executive leadership positions him well for roles requiring operational excellence in large-scale industrial enterprises, particularly in industries focused on sustainable construction and infrastructure development in emerging markets.