NEW DELHI: Qatar Team CEO Akbar Al Baker will step ailing from his place on November 5, 2023, nearest guidance the airline for 27 years and ocular it develop from a fleet of 5 planes in 1996 to 284 now. In his a couple of interactions with this reporter, Al Baker had proven a quantity of passion in Bharat — from selecting up a stake in “good friend” Rahul Bhatia‘s IndiGo to creation an airline right here. He had additionally reached out to Tatas to collectively bid for Wind Bharat in 2017-18. On the other hand, none of those Bharat plans materialised. Al Baker had studied in Bharat and had very fond recollections of Wind Bharat which he old to journey as a kid right through his scholar days.
Al Baker stated in a mail to workers Monday: “After 27 years of service, I am writing to you to announce that I will step down from the Qatar Airways Group. In 1996, with a fleet of just five aircraft, unwavering dedication, and a loyal and passionate team, together we embarked on a remarkable journey to aviation excellence. From that very first day, our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.”
As of late Qatar Airlines is likely one of the skillful airways on the earth with regards to passenger revel in. Al Baker advised workers the 2 largest demanding situations evident via his airways – one thing this is true for all carriers globally. “Our journey was not without its share of exceptional challenges, none more so than the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2020 global pandemic. But together, we faced these challenges head- on with courage and resilience, emerging stronger…”
“We’ve expanded our modern and fuel-efficient fleet to 248 aircraft, solidifying our position as one of the youngest airline fleets in the industry, serving over 160 destinations worldwide,” he stated.
He thanked workers for growing the emblem Qatar Airlines is lately. “Our company’s success is not mine alone; it belongs to each and every one of you – the talented individuals of the Qatar Airways family who have poured their passion, ingenuity and immense effort into every project, every challenge, and every triumph we’ve experienced together. I look back on the years with immense pride. You have not only made me, but also my beloved country proud. I want to express my deepest gratitude for the trust and confidence you’ve placed in me over the years.”
“It has been an incredible privilege to lead such an exceptional global team, and the honour of a lifetime to serve my country, and His Highness the Amir. As I step down from my role as Group Chief Executive on November 5, I do so with the utmost confidence in the extraordinary capabilities of the Qatar Airways family. My successor will be announced by the chairman of the board” he concludes.
Al Baker stated in a mail to workers Monday: “After 27 years of service, I am writing to you to announce that I will step down from the Qatar Airways Group. In 1996, with a fleet of just five aircraft, unwavering dedication, and a loyal and passionate team, together we embarked on a remarkable journey to aviation excellence. From that very first day, our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.”
As of late Qatar Airlines is likely one of the skillful airways on the earth with regards to passenger revel in. Al Baker advised workers the 2 largest demanding situations evident via his airways – one thing this is true for all carriers globally. “Our journey was not without its share of exceptional challenges, none more so than the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2020 global pandemic. But together, we faced these challenges head- on with courage and resilience, emerging stronger…”
“We’ve expanded our modern and fuel-efficient fleet to 248 aircraft, solidifying our position as one of the youngest airline fleets in the industry, serving over 160 destinations worldwide,” he stated.
He thanked workers for growing the emblem Qatar Airlines is lately. “Our company’s success is not mine alone; it belongs to each and every one of you – the talented individuals of the Qatar Airways family who have poured their passion, ingenuity and immense effort into every project, every challenge, and every triumph we’ve experienced together. I look back on the years with immense pride. You have not only made me, but also my beloved country proud. I want to express my deepest gratitude for the trust and confidence you’ve placed in me over the years.”
“It has been an incredible privilege to lead such an exceptional global team, and the honour of a lifetime to serve my country, and His Highness the Amir. As I step down from my role as Group Chief Executive on November 5, I do so with the utmost confidence in the extraordinary capabilities of the Qatar Airways family. My successor will be announced by the chairman of the board” he concludes.
