ICM Appoints Chadi Sabra as Managing Director for EMEA

ICM is proud to announce the appointment of Chadi Sabra as Managing Director for EMEA, reinforcing our long-standing commitment to sustainable coastal and marine infrastructure across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

For more than two decades, ICM has been a trusted partner in the region, delivering innovative, resilient, and iconic coastal solutions. With Chadi joining our leadership team, we are deepening that commitment, aligning our global expertise with the region’s bold development visions.

Engineering Leadership with Regional Depth

Chadi is a highly regarded senior executive and Chartered Civil Engineer with over 20 years of experience in marine and coastal infrastructure. His portfolio includes transformative developments such as the $3B Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Causeway and the $17B King Salman Maritime Complex, reflecting his ability to combine engineering with strategic leadership.

Chadi’s specialist expertise in marinas, ports, and large-scale waterfront infrastructure makes him uniquely positioned to guide ICM’s regional growth at a time when Gulf nations are reshaping their coastlines to balance economic development with environmental sustainability.

Holding an MSc in Civil and Coastal Engineering, an MBA in Global Management, and professional certifications including PMP, PMO-CP, and ENV-SP, Chadi combines academic depth with practical, results-driven leadership. More importantly, he is known for his collaborative approach, building strong partnerships with municipalities, developers, contractors, and consultants.

“The region’s coastlines face accelerating challenges - from rapid development to environmental stressors,” says Chadi.  “But with the right partnerships and engineering approach, we can create infrastructure that’s resilient, sustainable, and built to last.” 

Strengthening Our Regional Commitment 

ICM has a long and established history in the Middle East - from artificial reef systems to coastal protection structures and artificial island developments. Our portfolio reflects the trust placed in us by municipalities, developers, contractors and private sector partners who require both technical certainty and sustainable outcomes.

With Chadi leading our regional office, we are doubling down on that commitment. His leadership will ensure ICM continues to deliver smart, scalable, and innovative solutions that address the region’s most pressing coastal challenges - from erosion and climate change adaptation to the creation of thriving, resilient waterfronts.

“ICM’s work has always balanced nature with engineering. That’s exactly what the region needs - proven solutions that integrate environmental protection with engineering certainty,” Chadi notes. “I’m excited to build on that reputation - and work closely with regional partners to deliver infrastructure that lasts and adapts to the future.”

What We Offer in the Middle East 

ICM continues to provide full-service coastal consultancy across: 

• Coastal protection & erosion control 

• Marina Planning and Port Development 

• Nature-based solutions & artificial reefs 

• Island & waterfront development 

• Climate adaptation & Resilience 

• Monitoring, review & expert advisory 

Every project we deliver combines a global perspective with deep regional insight - balancing technical certainty with a deep respect for natural systems. 

Let’s Work Together 

If you’re planning a coastal or waterfront project in the EMEA region, whether it’s resilient infrastructure, an island development, or erosion mitigation - our team is here to support. 

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