Qatar Airways Group on 23 October announced the appointment of Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer as new chief executive starting next week, confirming the end of Akbar Al Baker’s tenure of 27 years, who will step down from the airline’s top post on 5 November. Under Akbar Al Baker’s leadership, Qatar Airways has grown to become one of the most recognisable and trusted brands globally, synonymous with customer service quality and the highest of standards. The national carrier is a seven-time … [Read more...] about New chief to take over Qatar Airways next week
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Agnes Lau gives a rundown on Schenker Singapore’s operations
Agnes Lau is a seasoned professional with a remarkable 34-year career at DB Schenker, where she has an extensive track record of generating business revenue and devising commercial strategies. In 2018, she was promoted to lead the business development department as chief commercial officer, and this year, she assumed even greater responsibility as the CCO for the Singapore and Malaysia Cluster. Payload Asia talks to Agnes in this C-suite section to find out more about Schenker Singapore’s … [Read more...] about Agnes Lau gives a rundown on Schenker Singapore’s operations
Air Charter Service consolidates Hong Kong, China operations
Air Charter Service has restructured its operations across Asia Pacific and consolidated its Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai offices under a new leadership team for ‘Greater China.’ ACS said the move will allow the company to better focus on each unique market in the region, bringing in an experienced team in the form of James Royds-Jones and Wanny Wu. Royds-Jones will be the regional director for Greater China, whist Wu will step in as deputy regional director, based in Shanghai. James … [Read more...] about Air Charter Service consolidates Hong Kong, China operations
Saudia Cargo welcomes new managing director
Saudia Cargo last week announced the addition of Engr. Loay Mashabi as new managing director, effective 8 October 2023. The former deputy minister for logistics services of Saudi Arabia has an extensive background in the logistics sector, having served in both private and government entities. Engr. Loay has played a pivotal role in efforts to enhance Saudi Arabia’s position as a logistics hub. He has been a board member of Saudia Cargo, Saudi Authority for Industrial … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo welcomes new managing director
Martin Drew joins Atlas Air
Atlas Air Worldwide last week announced the appointment of Martin Drew as chief strategy and transformation officer, effective September 25, 2023. Drew most recently held the SVP post for global sales, marketing, brand and cargo at Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi, where he was in charge of Etihad Cargo and part of the airline’s leadership team. In his new role, Martin will be responsible for driving strategic growth and diversification across Atlas Air’s services, geographic footprint, and … [Read more...] about Martin Drew joins Atlas Air
Guillaume Halleux takes commercial post at Swissport
Ex-Qatar executive Guillaume Halleux has joined Swissport International AG as chief commercial officer and member of the executive leadership team, effective 18 September. Swissport said Guillaume will be in charge of executing the group’s commercial agenda in developing existing and building new client relationships and driving the acquisition of new business. He will work closely with regional business leaders and maintain an open customer dialogue to build long-term partnerships based on … [Read more...] about Guillaume Halleux takes commercial post at Swissport
