After serving 12 years as the Chairman of the International Road Federation, His Excellency Eng Abdullah A. Al-Mogbel has been appointed unanimously to the position of IRF Global Chairman Emeritus for Life, the first such appointment in the history of the IRF.
Eng. Abdullah Al-Mogbel Named Chairman Emeritus for Life of IRF Global
Since 2011, Eng. Abdullah Al-Mogbel’s distinguished leadership of the International Road Federation (IRF Global) has been an inspiration to countless road professionals worldwide. His vision and achievements represent an enduring legacy for the global road community.
The then Deputy Minister of Roads of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia quickly rose to Mayor of Riyadh 2012 and Minister of Transport in 2014. His commitment to IRF Global has never wavered over the years.
This extraordinary distinction, awarded for the first time in our Federation’s history, recognizes Eng. Abdullah’s remarkable leadership as Chairman of the IRF between 2011 and 2022.
As Chairman Emeritus for Life, the IRF leadership, Members, Fellows and staff know that they can continue counting on Eng. Abdullah’s wisdom and determination to guide our work and continue elevating the IRF.
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