Alba Strengthens Local Talent Development with Appointment of Ahmed Mazen Matar as New Manager Training
Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the world’s largest aluminium smelter on one site, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ahmed Mazen Matar, a Bahraini national, as its new Manager Training effective 30 October 2025. In this pivotal role, Ahmed Matar will oversee the design and implementation of training programmes across Alba’s operations, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and the Company’s long-term vision.
Commenting on the appointment, Alba’s Chief Executive Officer, Ali Al Baqali, stated:
“We’re pleased to welcome Ahmed to Alba. By investing in Bahraini talent, we’re building a workforce that reflects our values and our vision for the future. Ahmed’s forward-thinking approach and expertise in talent development will be instrumental as we continue to empower our people, enhance capability and build a future-ready workforce, ensuring that our workforce remains skilled, agile, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.”
On his appointment as the Manager Training, Ahmed Matar commented:
“It is an honour to join Alba, a company that has long been a pillar of national development. I look forward to advancing Alba’s training vision by fostering a culture of continuous learning and capability building that supports our people’s growth and drives operational excellence across all levels.”
Having previously served in leadership positions at well-known organisations in Bahrain, Ahmed Matar brings over 10 years of experience in training and development. He holds a BA in Management and Marketing from Ahlia University, Bahrain, and has furthered his education through international programmes at the University of Houston and Cardiff University.