Hi, I'm
Hamad Alawadhi
Data Scientist, Developer & Porblem Solver building systems that make complex things simple.
16+
Years in aviation and engineering
6+
Years in the automotive industry
35+
Completed projects
3
Ventures founded
SELECTED WORK
Products built around real problems
A selection of products where I have combined operational experience, data and product development.
01 — Fuelingo
FOUNDER & CEO
Fuelingo
A UAE-focused vehicle-management and service marketplace that allows car owners to request work, compare provider offers and keep ownership information in one place.
02 — PurrSwap
FOUNDER & CEO
PurrSwap
PurrSwap is your go-to currency converter app that provides real-time exchange rates, supports 170+ currencies, and offers a purr-fect user experience across all your devices.
Experience
2025 - Present
Founder & CEO
Fuelingo
Founded and lead Fuelingo, a UAE-focused vehicle management and automotive services platform connecting car owners with service providers through structured requests, competitive offers and digital ownership tools.
2022 - Present
Founder & CEO
Offshore Autos Maintenance – Sharjah, U.A.E.
Founded and manage an automotive maintenance business, overseeing customer service, workshop operations and service quality while gaining direct insight into the needs of vehicle owners and providers.
Aug 2019 - Present
ATMS Senior Engineer
Dubai Air Navigation Services – Dubai, U.A.E.
Support safety-critical air traffic management systems, working with surveillance, ATC automation, collaborative decision-making and digital tower technologies to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
Mar 2018 - Aug 2019
Engineer Trainee
Dubai Air Navigation Services – Dubai, U.A.E.
Completed an 18-month ATSEP engineering training programme covering systems supporting Dubai International and Al Maktoum International airports, including surveillance, communications and operational technology.
Jul 2016 - Mar 2018
Acting Site Manager
ENOC – Tasjeel – Dubai, U.A.E.
Managed daily site operations, sales performance, expenses, maintenance and service delivery while coordinating staff and ensuring the facility met company operating standards.
Sep 2013 - May 2016
Airside Operations Controller
Dubai Airports – Dubai, U.A.E.
Supported safe and efficient airside operations by monitoring activities, coordinating operational requirements and helping maintain compliance with airport safety, security and procedural standards.
May 2014 - Dec 2015
Airside Works & Safety Officer
Dubai Airports – Dubai, U.A.E.
Managed airside work permits, site inspections and contractor activities, applying risk assessments and aviation safety requirements to protect live airport operations.
Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
Engineering Intern
Emirates Engineering – Dubai, U.A.E.
Completed practical workshop training across sheet metal, composites, non-destructive testing and welding, developing an early understanding of aircraft engineering processes and technical discipline.
Expertise
I combine safety safety-critical engineering, data and artificial intelligence with operational experience to develop practical solutions solutions for complex, real-world challenges.
Air Traffic Management Systems
Support safety-critical air traffic management platforms across surveillance, ATC automation, communications and digital tower environments, with a strong focus on reliability and operational continuity.
Data Science & AI
Apply machine learning, data analysis and artificial intelligence to operational challenges, turning complex information into useful insights, predictions and decision-support tools.
Product & Venture Building
Transform real operational problems into product strategies, user journeys and digital platforms, drawing on firsthand experience building Fuelingo and other data-driven products.
Operations & Safety
Manage risk, coordinate stakeholders and maintain dependable service delivery in highly regulated environments spanning aviation, automotive services and operational facilities.
Education
2026 - 2027
Master In International Aviation Law
ITAÉREA – Aeronautical Business School
Legal Expertise in Aviation Regulatory & Compliance Mastery Contract & Risk Management Labor & Employment Law Strategic Business & Policy Leadership Negotiation & Dispute Resolution Research & Critical Analysis
2025
Artificial Intelligence Program
University of Birmingham Dubai.
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence Office
Studied applied artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and practical approaches to using AI for organisational and operational challenges.
2021 - 2023
M.Sc. Data Science
Middlesex University Dubai
Focused on machine learning, data mining, advanced analytics and research, including the application of artificial intelligence
2018 - 2019
ATSEP Trainee Engineer
Dubai Air Navigation Services
Focused on machine learning, data mining, advanced analytics and research, including the application of artificial intelligence
2014
IOSH Managing Safely
International HSE Council
Completed formal training in workplace risk management, hazard control, safety responsibilities and practical health and safety leadership.
2013 - 2014
Masaar Graduate Training Program
Dubai Airports
Completed Dubai Airports’ graduate development programme, gaining structured exposure to airport operations, management practices and the wider aviation environment.
2008 - 2013
B.Sc. Aeronautical Engineering
Emirates Aviation College
Built a foundation in aerodynamics, aircraft systems and engineering analysis, with academic research focused on experimental fluid mechanics.
I build by understanding the problem from the inside.
My career began in aeronautical engineering and airside operations, where precision, safety and dependable systems are non-negotiable. Today, I work with safety-critical air traffic management technology supporting one of the world’s most demanding aviation environments.
Outside aviation, founding Offshore Autos gave me direct experience of the automotive service industry. I saw vehicle owners struggling to find reliable providers and transparent pricing, while capable workshops struggled to reach the right customers efficiently.
That experience became the foundation for Fuelingo; a UAE-focused platform designed to make vehicle ownership and automotive services simpler, more transparent and better connected. My background in data science and artificial intelligence helps me approach that challenge systematically and explore how technology can create genuine operational value.
Across every project, my approach remains the same: understand the real workflow, identify what is not working and build a practical solution around the people who will use it.
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