Celebrating the CIBSE 30 Under 30 2026 Winners from the MENA Region
2026
The CIBSE 30 Under 30 2026 list celebrates exceptional young professionals from across the global building services community, and we are proud to see four outstanding engineers from the MENA region recognised for their contributions to the built environment.
Among this year’s honourees are three members of the YEN MENA Committee, highlighting the talent, dedication, and growing influence of young engineers within our regional community.
Recognising MENA’s Emerging Talent
The 2026 CIBSE 30 Under 30 winners from the MENA region are:
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Bushra Siddiqua Oosman, recognised in the Technical Excellence category
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Gareth Samson, recognised in the Sustainability Champion category
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Suvarna Kumar, recognised in the Sustainability Champion category
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Athiya Junaid, recognised in the Digital & Automation Innovators category
Their recognition reflects the breadth of talent and innovation emerging from the MENA region, with young professionals making a meaningful impact across technical excellence, sustainability, and digital transformation.
Celebrating YEN MENA
We are especially proud that Bushra Siddiqua Oosman, Gareth Samson, and Suvarna Kumar are part of the YEN MENA Committee.
Their achievements demonstrate the value of active engagement within the professional community and serve as an inspiration to students, graduates, and young engineers across the region who are beginning their careers in the built environment.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Recognition such as the CIBSE 30 Under 30 provides an important platform for celebrating the contribution of young professionals and highlighting the innovative work taking place across the industry.
YEN MENA remains committed to supporting, connecting, and empowering the next generation of building services professionals, creating opportunities for young engineers to develop their careers, share knowledge, and make their mark on the industry.
Read More
Discover more about the CIBSE 30 Under 30 2026 winners and their achievements in the latest edition of the CIBSE Journal.
Congratulations to all four MENA winners on this well-deserved recognition!