Abu Dhabi - Mubasher: The board of Burjeel Holdings has approved the appointment of Shamsheer Vayalil as CEO, in addition to his current role as Founder and Chairman.
The decision is subject to obtaining the required shareholder and regulatory approvals, according to a press release.
Meanwhile, the board greenlighted the conclusion of John Sunil’s role as CEO and Safeer Ahamed’s role as Co-CEO. They expressed their appreciation for their leadership and contributions to the development and performance of Burjeel Holdings.
Commenting on the appointment, Vayalil said: “My focus as CEO will be on disciplined execution, strengthening complex and specialized care, improving utilization across our network, and supporting our leadership teams as we continue to grow in alignment with national healthcare priorities and long-term value creation.”
The board members also approved the necessary steps to formalize and implement the appointment, including seeking shareholder approval through a general assembly meeting of shareholders, as required.
The ADX-listed company will execute its strategy focused on leadership in complex and specialized care, anchored by Abu Dhabi as a regional referral hub, while pursuing disciplined expansion in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and capital-light operating partnerships.
During the same meeting, the board approved the budget for 2026, the highest annual budget to date.
As of 30 September 2025, Burjeel Holdings logged net profits after tax valued at AED 362.03 million, an annual leap from AED 306.22 million.
