Biography
In late 2025, Waleed Sahhary was appointed President of the Syrian-German Business Council, where he leads efforts to strengthen economic cooperation and industrial partnerships between Syria and Germany.
Leveraging a strong and well-established network across both business and technical communities, he plays a key role in connecting companies, enabling strategic collaborations, and building high-impact partnerships. His strength lies in creating tangible value by combining deep technical expertise, business acumen, and an extensive cross-border network.
Waleed Sahhary is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer. He holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Aleppo and a Master's degree in Automation Technology from Hannover University in Germany.
He has more than 20 years of experience across Syria and Germany, combining entrepreneurial leadership with strong technical foundations in electric mobility, power electronics, embedded systems, and industrial technologies.
Throughout his career, he has worked with leading German automotive companies, including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Bosch, contributing to advanced engineering and technology development. He holds 46 patents in the fields of electric mobility, energy systems, and power electronics, reflecting his strong innovation-driven approach.
Since early 2020, he has been leading his own company, BWS eMobility Technologies GmbH, which focuses on the development of electric powertrain systems and advanced mobility solutions.
Following the liberation phase, he has taken a leading role in driving the transformation of the automotive sector in Syria. His work focuses on building a complete industrial ecosystem, including manufacturing, research and development, supply chains, and strategic partnerships, with the objective of positioning Syria as a regional hub for advanced mobility and industrial development.