About

Supporting the Middle East’s first privately-owned submarine cable system, Kenneth Awoonor-Renner adds real value with his capacity to think holistically, across legal and business factors, according to sources. Gulf Bridge International (GBI) links Gulf countries, Europe, Africa and Asia, using state-of-the-art submarine technology, in a project which has revolutionised the region’s connectivity. An ‘exceptional communicator’ with ‘great creativity’, Awoonor-Renner has taken the lead in a number of high value strategic financings. He was promoted to associate chief legal officer in 2014, in recognition of his integral role in legal and business decision-making. Valued for his ‘expert’ knowledge across a broad spectrum of jurisdictions, Awoonor-Renner has extensive in-house experience in both Qatar and London, within a range of industries. He has been general counsel at both ExxonMobil and New Airline Corporation.