THE BOARD

MEET OUR DIRECTORS AND THE COMMITTEE 

MEET THE BOARD

Antoine Barthes : Chairman, Non-Executive Director

Mr. Antoine Barthes was appointed Chairman and Non-Executive Director of AGTL’s Board in July 2026.

He is a seasoned professional with over 26 years of global automotive industry experience, currently serving as Vice President – Emerging & International Automotive at Al-Futtaim Industries Co. LLC.

Prior to joining Al-Futtaim, Mr. Barthes served as Corporate Vice President – Global Sales, Customer Quality & Network Development at Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan. His earlier career included Managing Director roles at Dongfeng Nissan (China) and Nissan Motor Thailand, as well as Head of the Infiniti Business Unit for the Middle East, alongside senior leadership positions at Jaguar and Ford spanning production and sales planning, product marketing and pricing, project management, and business leadership.

Mr. Barthes holds an MSc in Sales & Marketing from NEOMA Business School, France.

Dmitrii Bogatyrev: Non-Executive Director

Mr. Dmitrii Bogatyrev was appointed as Director on the Board of AGTL in June 2023.

Mr. Dmitrii Bogatyrev is an accomplished corporate financial executive with a remarkable almost 20-year record of success in improving financial performance, productivity, and internal controls. He has held several key positions at Volkswagen Group, with the headquarters in Germany, as well as the Group’s offices in the United Kingdom. His expertise extends to managing finance functions, assessing risks, guiding product profitability, promoting innovation, executing turnarounds, and improving operations.

Prior to his automotive roles, Mr. Dmitrii excelled at PricewaterhouseCoopers, leading audits and due diligence engagements across various industries. His exceptional skills, strategic mindset, and cross-functional expertise make him an asset to the Company.

Neil Muncer: Non-Executive Director

Mr. Neil Muncer was appointed as Non-Executive Director on the Board of AGTL in July 2026.

Mr. Muncer is a senior finance executive with more than 25 years of international automotive industry experience across the UK and Middle East. As General Manager – Finance at Al-Futtaim Automotive, he leads the finance function for multiple market-leading brands including Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Volvo, CJDR and GAC, with regional responsibility spanning the UAE, Egypt, Qatar and Oman.

Mr. Muncer combines strong commercial acumen with deep expertise in financial strategy, business performance, working capital optimisation and corporate governance. He has successfully led major strategic initiatives including new brand launches, VAT implementation, advanced business analytics and finance transformation programmes.

A former member of the Board of Toyota Egypt, he is recognised for partnering with executive leadership to drive sustainable growth, improve profitability and develop high-performing finance teams across complex multinational operations.

Vincent De Lassagne : Non-Executive Director

Mr. Vincent is the Brand Leader for New Holland Agriculture Asia Pacific Region. He initially joined the CNH in 1995. Within CNH he acquired a significant experience in the CIS, AME and Asia Pacific markets. Since 2004 he has been posted as Business Director in Asia Pacific Region. Mr. Vincent de Lassagne has been appointed on the Board of Al-Ghazi Tractors Ltd from October 23, 2015. Mr. Vincent holds an Agronomist Engineer degree & Masters in Marketing & Sales from the HEC University

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Matthieu Jean-Marie, Bernard Séjourné : Non-Executive Director

Mr. Matthieu Séjourné has been appointed on the Board of A-Ghazi Tractors Ltd. from February 13, 2020 as a Non-Executive Director.

He joined CNHi in March 2002 covering several sales & marketing positions in the African continent; he also joined TurkTraktor, the JV of CNHi in Turkey, where he was Marketing Director. He then joined the Asia Pacific Region, where he was successively appointed as Product Marketing and, after, Brand Leader for Case IH. Since January 2019, he is the Brand Leader New Holland & Case IH for the Asia, Middle East and Africa Region.

Mr. Séjourné holds a master degree in Business Administration from SDA Bocconi Milan, Italy and Master in Engineering from CESTI-Paris (newly named SUPMECA, Superior Centre of Study in Industrial Techniques – Mechanical Engineering School) with a major in Supply Chain Management.

Umberto Emiliano Bucci : Non-Executive Director

Mr. Umberto Bucci joined the Board of Directors in January 2026, bringing over 25 years of experience in finance, business operations, and process improvement.

His career began in consulting with Accenture, where he specialized in finance and performance management for multinational clients, gaining a strong foundation in project management and business process re-engineering. After consulting, Umberto transitioned to leadership roles in corporate finance. In 2008, he joined CNH, where he held positions of increasing responsibility across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Throughout these roles, Umberto has led major projects such as post-merger integrations, implementation of internal control frameworks, and optimization of financial processes. Since 2025, he has overseen CNH’s financial performance across Africa, Ukraine, Turkey, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Pakistan.

Mr. Bucci holds a degree in Business Administration from LIUC – Cattaneo University, Italy, which provided the academic foundation for his career in finance and global business management.

Shahid Shahbaz Toor : Independent Non-Executive Director

Have more than 35 years of experience in the Tractor manufacturing industry in areas pertaining to Management, Development, Production, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, etc. Served as Director Technical at Millat Tractors Limited, CEO at Millat Equipment Limited as well as Mannan Shahid Forgings (Abraaj Capital UAE Group Company).

Graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kingston University, UK. Have attended various professional training courses in Pakistan and Abroad in institutions like Ashraigh School of Management UK, Perkins Engines, Massey Ferguson Tractors UK, AOTS Japan, Pakistan Institute of Management, Lahore University of Management Sciences, Pakistan Institute of Quality Control.etc.

Malik Mirza: Independent Non-Executive Director

Mr. Malik Mirza, a distinguished Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA UK), brings over two decades of comprehensive experience in Corporate Governance, Financial Management, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Inclusion, and Capacity Building to his role as a Board member. With a proven track record of leadership, Mr. Mirza has notably contributed to the expansion of two national financial institutions, overseeing their growth in terms of branches, staff, and systems from a single city to a country-wide presence.

As the author of a book on financial literacy for children, Mr. Mirza’s contributions to the accounting profession have been acknowledged by the ICAP with a bronze medal. His international representation includes serving at the ACCA assembly in the UK for two consecutive years. Mr. Mirza’s extensive consultancy experience encompasses prestigious clients such as the World Bank, IFAD, the School of Frankfurt, ACCA, WFP Iraq, and various financial institutions, with a geographic footprint that spans Afghanistan, Iraq, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Pakistan.

Currently, as the CEO of Finman Group, he oversees operations across the USA, UK, and Pakistan for consulting and advisory in areas of financial inclusion, entrepreneurship and capacity building. His previous roles include serving as CFO and Company Secretary on the Boards of The First Micro Finance Bank and U Bank. In addition, Mr. Mirza has facilitated numerous capacity-building sessions focusing on Corporate Governance, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Management for ICAP, ACCA, and other esteemed organizations, underscoring his commitment to the development of professional skills and knowledge in the financial sector.

Samiha Zahid: Independent Non-Executive Director

Ms. Samiha is an illustrious business professional with over 20 years of experience across the domains of Human Resources, Banking and Fintech. She built a robust career marked by her leadership and subject matter expertise, having contributed significantly in a broad spectrum of business functions to diverse organizations throughout her career.

Currently leading a financial institute as the Chief Human Resources Officer, Samiha brings to the Board a wealth of experience, strategic foresight, and a growth-oriented mindset. Her dedication and commitment to corporate governance, coupled with her deep expertise in organizational transformations & redesigns have further underscored her strategic and business acumen. Her sharp and insightful perspectives are indeed a great strength ensuring that the organization remains focused on progress and governance in alignment with its vision.

Samiha is a passionate advocate for economic empowerment and gender equality, and has been instrumental in designing and implementing forward-thinking HR strategies that enhance employee engagement, drive organizational effectiveness, and foster inclusive work environments.

In addition to her professional achievements, she is a certified Board Director, holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration, and is a Certified Trainer, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Yasin Seker : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Yasin Seker was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company effective January 01, 2026.

Yasin brings over 18 years of international leadership experience spanning automotive, agricultural machinery, and heavy equipment sectors, with a strong track record in business transformation, strategic growth, operational excellence, and multi-country leadership across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

Before joining the Company as CEO, he was serving as the Group Managing Director – East Africa for CMC Motors, a subsidiary of the Al-Futtaim Automotive, where he led significant commercial and operational restructuring across the East African region. During his tenure with CMC Motors, he strengthened the organization’s market position, enhanced operational efficiency, and played a key role in the agricultural machinery segment. He also served on the Board of Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers Ltd, contributing to the advancement of regional manufacturing and mobility growth.

Prior to joining the Al-Futtaim Group, Yasin held senior leadership roles across several globally recognized organizations, including Trelleborg Group (Dubai), CNH Industrial – New Holland Agriculture (Morocco and Turkey), Timac Agro International Groupe Roullier (Turkey), and Michelin (Turkey and France).

He holds a Master’s degree in Law, Economics & Management with a specialization in International Business Administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Université Lumière (Lyon II), France. He is fluent in English, French, and Turkish.