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Ali Alami Appointed CEO of Morocco’s SNEP to Drive Growth and Competitiveness
Morocco’s leading vinyl and electrolytic products company, Société Nationale d’Électrolyse et de Pétrochimie (SNEP), announced on March 12, 2026 that Ali Alami will take over as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Fayçal El Kadiri. Alami brings extensive experience from OCP, YNNA Group and other major industrial firms, and his mandate focuses on sharpening SNEP’s competitive edge and steering its transformation in a rapidly evolving chemical sector.
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Board Decision and New Leadership
Following a board meeting held on March 6, 2026, the Société Nationale d’Électrolyse et de Pétrochimie (SNEP) confirmed the appointment of Ali Alami as its new Chief Executive Officer, replacing Fayçal El Kadiri.
Professional Background
Alami is a graduate of the Mohammadia School of Engineers and holds an MBA from the École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées. He launched his career at the OCP Group before moving on to senior roles in both national and international industrial conglomerates, where he acquired a reputation for strategic governance, industrial performance, and organizational transformation.
Key Milestones
- 2018 – Joined the YNNA Group as head of the Société Chérifienne d’Industrie Ferroviaire (SCIF), steering its industrial development.
- Multiple tenures as General Manager in leading firms, delivering growth and operational excellence.
Strategic Outlook for SNEP
The appointment comes at a time when the chemical and petro‑chemical sectors are undergoing significant change. SNEP aims to sharpen its industrial competitiveness, accelerate growth, and solidify its position in both the Moroccan and regional markets.
Statement from the New CEO
"I accept the responsibility of leading SNEP, a benchmark industrial player in Morocco, with great humility. In a demanding and constantly evolving environment, our priority will be to reinforce the company’s fundamentals, boost competitiveness, and drive transformation to ensure we remain a key chemical industry actor and a sustainable value creator for all partners," said Ali Alami.
Farewell to the Outgoing Director
The board also thanked Fayçal El Kadiri for his dedication and contributions during his tenure and announced that he will assume new responsibilities within the YNNA Group.
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