Ducab, a leading UAE-based provider of energy solutions, has announced the appointment of Matteo Bavaresco as Group CEO, effective immediately. The appointment signals the company’s ambition to accelerate both its regional presence and international footprint, having already expanded from the UAE to reach customers across 75 countries worldwide.
Bavaresco succeeds Gert Hoefman, who served as Interim Group CEO over the past year and will continue to contribute to the company’s strategic direction as a member of the Board of Directors.
A GLOBAL EXECUTIVE FOR A GLOBAL MANDATE
Bavaresco brings more than 25 years of international experience across the EMEA and APAC regions, with a career spanning the global cable and energy industry. He joins Ducab from his most recent role as CEO of an international cable company, and is recognised for his expertise in building high-performance teams, driving organisational transformation, and fostering public-private sector collaboration.
Hoefman expressed confidence in the appointment. “As I transition back to my role on the Board, I warmly welcome Matteo to the Ducab family. His exceptional track record in the global cable industry and his deep expertise in driving organisational transformation make him an ideal leader to guide Ducab into a new era of global competitiveness,” he said.
Bavaresco spoke of the opportunity ahead. “I am honoured to join Ducab at such a dynamic time for the company, the UAE, and the global energy sector. Ducab’s reputation for excellence, its commitment to sustainable solutions, and its foundational role in the UAE’s industrial growth are inspiring. I look forward to building on Ducab’s strong foundation with our talented teams, driving innovation and delivering lasting value for our partners and communities.”
A COMPANY BUILT FOR GROWTH
Founded in the UAE, Ducab has grown into one of the region’s most recognised energy solutions providers, supplying cables and related products to customers across 75 countries. The company’s expansion reflects both the strength of UAE industrial policy and the growing global demand for reliable, high-quality energy infrastructure.
With Bavaresco at the helm and Hoefman providing strategic counsel from the Board, Ducab is positioned to pursue new opportunities across international markets while continuing to serve as a cornerstone of the UAE’s industrial and energy landscape.
