Dr Shadi Al Jamal: A visionary leader transforming industrial landscape in the UAE

Driving innovation, sustainability, and regional growth in construction materials manufacturing

As the UAE embraces the new industrial revolution, one name stands out at the forefront of this transformation: Dr Shadi Al Jamal.

Renowned for his exceptional leadership and innovative thinking, Dr Shadi has made a significant impact on the construction and waterproofing materials industry through his leadership roles at Duproof and CTRT Global.

He established his academic foundation in management and economics from United Kingdom, utilising his innovative instinct to take on a transformative role in the region.

Dr Shadi is the CEO of Duproof, the only Arab waterproofing company to have successfully taken on large global competitors.

Established in 2002, Duproof has grown into a major regional provider of waterproofing materials, covering the Gulf and wider Middle East. As one of the leading producers in the region, Dr Shadi has modernised the company over the years, incorporating new technologies and sustainability into its processes.

Duproof offers a popular range of products, including bituminous membranes and polymeric and water-resistant coatings, used in large infrastructure projects such as high-rise buildings, tunnels, and airports. Through a commitment to quality and innovation, he has positioned Duproof as a key supplier across the GCC and MENA region.

In addition to his role at Duproof, Dr Shadi Al Jamal founded and established CTRT Global, a manufacturing company producing plastic, cementitious, epoxy, and chemical-based building materials.

CTRT Global is redefining the construction materials landscape through innovation, introducing the latest waterproofing technologies such as positive-side and negative-side insulation systems, and flexible and rigid materials. Under his stewardship, the company continues to pursue forward-looking, integrated solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the construction market. Furthermore, CTRT is nurturing local talent by promoting innovative thinking within the industrial manufacturing sector.

His leadership extends beyond product innovation. He has spearheaded the restructuring of operations, implemented quality management systems, and established distribution networks across the Gulf, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Because of Dr Shadi’s leadership, Duproof and CTRT Global have earned multiple international certifications and built strong credibility with global clients. Digitalisation has played a key role in driving operational efficiencies, while advanced, real-time quality control systems have significantly reduced waste and optimised performance.

As the UAE continues to experience rapid urban development, the demand for sustainable and efficient construction supplies is growing.

Duproof and CTRT Global are well-positioned to meet this demand with products that align with current engineering and environmental standards.

Dr Shadi firmly believes that the future of the industry lies at the intersection of technology and sustainability. He is currently leading the development and launch of a new eco-friendly product line, alongside the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) for performance monitoring and industrial data analytics.