Mr. Shaher Awartani, based in Abu Dhabi, serves as the Chairman and Co-Founder of Silver Coast Construction & Boring LLC.
Visionary Leader in Construction and Infrastructure
Since 1997, Mr. Shaher Awartani has led SCCB in Abu Dhabi, growing it into a major player in the UAE’s construction sector with projects worth over USD 1.35 billion and a workforce of 4,500 employees.
Innovator in Real Estate Development
Established in 2017 with esteemed partners, High Point Real Estate holds residential assets in Dubai valued at USD 100 million.
Strategic Investor in Private Capital
Launched in 2013 within DIFC, Equalis Capital is a proprietary investment firm co-founded with H.E Yousif Al Otaiba, focused on strategic investment opportunities.
Board Member in Global Investment Management
Since 2015, Mr. Awartani has served on the board of this Geneva-based investment firm with over USD 2 billion in assets under management across real estate and private equity.
Philanthropist Committed to Education & Health
Since 2015, MAwartani has supported underprivileged students and made notable contributions to leading healthcare institutions such as the Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
International Education and Business Acumen
Graduated from Queen’s College Taunton and earned a Management degree from the University of Toledo in 1986, laying the foundation for a global business career.
About Me
Shaher Awartani is a distinguished businessman and philanthropist based in Abu Dhabi. He is the Chairman and Co-founder of Silver Coast Construction & Boring LLC, leading major infrastructure projects since 1997. He has also co-founded several ventures across real estate, investment, hospitality, and healthcare, including Equalis Capital, High Point Real Estate, Café Milano Abu Dhabi, Reem Hospital, and Yasa Capital. With a strong track record in managing multi-billion-dollar assets and large teams, Mr. Awartani pairs his business acumen with impactful philanthropy, particularly in education and healthcare. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Management from the University of Toledo.
