Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman, Investor |
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| Nationality | Dual (Pakistani and British) |
| Date of Birth | 12/02/1975 |
| Age | 48 years (died on 18, Jun, 2023) |
| Birthplace | Rawalpindi, Pakistan |
| Date of Death | 18/06/2023 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Shahzada Dawood was a Pakistani‑British businessman and philanthropist, known for his leadership roles in major Pakistani industrial groups and his support for education, youth empowerment, and scientific research. | |
| He was the eldest son of Hussain Dawood and a member of the prominent Dawood family, whose industrial legacy began with his paternal grandfather Ahmed Dawood. | |
| Dawood served as vice‑chairman of Engro Corporation and as a director of Dawood Hercules Corporation, helping to steer growth in sectors such as fertilizers, foods, textiles, and energy. | |
| He was also a trustee of The Dawood Foundation, a board member of the SETI Institute, and involved with Prince’s Trust International, reflecting his commitment to education, science, and youth development. | |
| A passionate advocate for women’s rights and environmental conservation, he spoke at international forums including the United Nations and the Oxford Union. | |
| Shahzada Dawood died on 18 June 2023, along with his 19‑year‑old son Suleman and three others, when the Titan submersible imploded during an expedition to view the wreck of the RMS Titanic in the North Atlantic Ocean. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| LLB | Buckingham University, England, UK (1998) |
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| M.Sc. | Global Textile Marketing, Philadelphia University, US (2000) |
Personal Life
| Place of Death | North Atlantic Ocean |
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| Age (at the time of death) | 48 Years |
| Death Cause | Catastrophic implosion of the Titan submersible |
| Marital Status | Married |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Hussain Dawood |
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| Mother | Kulsum Dawood |
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| Spouse | Christine Dawood |
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Career
| Vice-chairman of Engro Corporation since October 2021, and director since 2003. | |
| Director of Dawood Hercules Corporation. | |
| Focused on growth opportunities through mergers and acquisitions in textiles, fertilizers, foods, and energy sectors. | |
| Served as a director in companies such as Engro Foods Ltd and Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd. | |
| Played a key role in identifying growth opportunities and promoting innovation at Dawood Hercules Corporation. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shahzada Dawood was a successful British-Pakistani businessman, investor, and philanthropist. | |
| 2. He held citizenship in both Pakistan and the United Kingdom. | |
| 3. Born into a wealthy family in Pakistan. | |
| 4. Shahzada Dawood played a significant role in identifying growth opportunities and promoting innovation at Dawood Hercules Corporation. | |
| 5. He served as a director in companies like Engro Foods Ltd and Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd. | |
| 6. He actively supported philanthropic initiatives, focusing on education, youth empowerment, and scientific research. | |
| 7. Shahzada Dawood was a trustee of The Dawood Foundation and backed Prince's Trust International, a charitable organization led by Prince Charles. | |
| 8. He was a member of the Board of Trustees for the SETI Institute. | |
| 9. An animal lover with interests in wildlife and renewable energies. | |
| 10. Tragically, Shahzada Dawood was involved in the 2023 Titan submersible incident and lost his life, along with his son and three others, in a devastating implosion in the North Atlantic Ocean. | |
| 11. Passionate about wildlife photography and environmental conservation. | |
| 12. Spoke at the United Nations in 2020 on International Day for Women & Girls in Science and at Oxford Union in 2022. |