Ebubekir Koyuncu is the visionary Chief Executive Officer of Air Products Qudra (APQ), the premier development and investment company of Air Products in the Middle East. Since assuming this pivotal role in 2020, he has been instrumental in driving strategic growth, spearheading operations, and advancing the region’s energy transition and sustainability agenda. Under his leadership, APQ has solidified its position as a flagship entity, delivering cutting-edge technology, on-site solutions, and exceptional project execution for large-scale hydrogen, energy, and environmental initiatives.
Ebubekir’s career is a testament to his deep expertise and exceptional leadership in the industrial gases and hydrogen sectors. He joined Air Products in 2019 as Vice President of Business Development, where he played a key role in identifying, developing, and executing transformative investments in hydrogen, industrial gases, energy, and gasification.
Before Air Products, he served as Executive Director for the Hydrogen Business in the Middle East at Praxair, where he contributed to major advancements in the region’s energy landscape. His earlier tenure at Linde demonstrated his prowess in business development and project management, culminating in his role as Managing Director of Linde Engineering Middle East, where he oversaw large-scale hydrogen and industrial gas projects.
Board Memberships & Industry Influence
In addition to his corporate leadership, Ebubekir is an active and influential board member in the energy sector. He currently serves on the boards of:
• BHIG (Board Member)
• JIGPC (Board Member)
He also serves as Chairman of the Energy Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce Saudi Arabia (AmCham Saudi Arabia), advocating for collaboration and innovation in the U.S.-Saudi energy landscape. His strategic insights and industry expertise continue to shape the future of hydrogen and sustainable energy solutions.
Ebubekir holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, complemented by advanced diploma degrees in Business Administration and Business Law from the University of Siegen in Germany. His academic background, combined with decades of hands-on industry experience, reinforces his commitment to innovation, sustainability, and leadership excellence.
With a career defined by transformative achievements and a steadfast dedication to energy innovation, Ebubekir Koyuncu continues to inspire and lead the charge toward a sustainable future. His leadership in hydrogen, industrial gases, and clean energy solutions is shaping the industry’s evolution and reinforcing APQ’s position as a global leader in the energy transition.