Idan Ofer

A descendant of the prominent Ofer family of entrepreneurs

Idan Ofer, who is a descendent of the prominent Ofer family of entrepreneurs, is a well-regarded Israeli industrialist, investor and philanthropist. He is the Principal of Quantum Pacific Group, an international group of businesses that includes significant interests in international shipping, power and sports.

Idan is known for investing heavily in the technology of tomorrow. His innovative approach, which has sustainability at its crux, has led to phenomenal success across sectors. Notably, he has led the way with regards to the use of clean fuels in shipping and is frequently recognised as an early adopter of greener alternatives to established methods.

Recently, Idan has become involved in the football industry. In 2018, he acquired about a third of the shares of the Spanish football club, Atlético de Madrid. Following the investment, the team won the Spanish Championship at the close of the 2021 season and went on to reach the quarterfinals of the European Champions League in 2022. This example demonstrates Idan’s ability to inspire change.

Idan is also an active social entrepreneur. He applies the same creative and problem-solving abilities that he uses in business to tackle the social inequality he encounters. Whether it be providing education opportunities for the leaders of tomorrow or supporting groundbreaking medical research, Idan is always looking for solutions to the problems we face.

Born in 1955 in Haifa, Idan served in the Israel Defence Forces as a deputy commander in the navy. Following his military service, he undertook his bachelor’s degree in economics and shipping at The University of Haifa and later went on to obtain his MBA from London Business School. He resides in London, with his wife Batia, and their children.