About IFG
Our Story
In 2003, IFG was founded by renowned Dr. Khalil Charif in UAE to provide specialist deep foundation construction and trenchless underground solutions. From day one, IFG embraced technical excellence and a passion for continual innovation . What began as a small team with a big vision has grown into a multi-disciplinary engineering powerhouse;
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Major Projects Completed
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Dedicated Professionals
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of Specialized Equipment
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of Geotechnical Expertise
Our Journey is defined by bold engineering feats and enduring client partnerships
IFG became the Middle East’s fastest-growing microtunneling contractor, owning the most advanced fleet of tunneling equipment in the UAE . We pioneered trenchless solutions in the UAE that allow cities to expand without disrupting communities.
Vision and Mission
We believe great infrastructure starts underground, where no one sees,
but everything depends.
Our mission is to deliver future-ready foundations that support growth, protect communities, and exceed expectations. Through innovation, safety, and trust, we design smarter solutions for complex problems, on time, on budget, and beyond spec.
About IFG
Our Values
01
Innovation
constantly seeking smarter ideas, safer methods, and faster ways to deliver.
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Integrity
We operate with full honesty, transparency, and ethical clarity.
03
Accountability
We take full responsibility for every action, decision, and outcome.
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Teamwork
We believe in aligned execution, collaborating across teams, clients, and consultants to achieve common goals.
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Customer Focus
Everything we do is designed around your needs. We listen, adapt, and stay close, because your vision is our blueprint for success.
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Excellence
Excellence is our operating standard from the alignment of our rigs to the precision of our timelines.
About IFG
Company Timeline
2003
IFG Foundation
Successfully established operations in Dubai with a team of 50 employees, marking a significant milestone in the company's regional expansion
2008
Abu Dhabi Expansion
Expanded into Abu Dhabi with full-scale operations
2015
Fleet Growth
Achieved ownership of 515 units of plant and equipment, strengthening operational capacity
2020
Proven Expertise
Successfully completed over 600 projects, demonstrating consistent performance, reliability, and industry expertise
2025
World Record
Achieved an Official World Record for owning the largest number of Continuous Cased Flight Auger (CCFA) boring rigs and have successfully completed over 900 projects
2026+
Future Growth
Initiating the strategic integration of advanced office machinery to drive operational efficiency, accelerate digital transformation, and support workforce expansion
About Us
Meet the Team
Dr. Khalil Charif
Managing Partner
Reyad Qazaq
Acting CEO / General Manager
Nazih Issa
General Manager - Abu Dhabi Branch
David Stones
Contracts Director
Ashraf Dakhelallah
Deputy General Manager
Ziad Wehbe
Projects Director - Enabling Works & Micro-Tunnelling
Ahmed Nabil Amer
Projects Director - Infrastructure
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