Qatar Airways Group has confirmed after 27 years of remarkable service, Akbar Al Baker will be stepping down from his current position as Group Chief Executive effective November 5, 2023, and will be succeeded by Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.
Under 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 of the State of Qatar has achieved an unprecedented seven-times win of the “World’s Best Airline” award, and its state-of-the-art Hamad International Airport, which is under its management and operation, has also been recognised as the “World’s Best Airport”.
The Qatar Airways Group’s contribution to helping deliver the best ever FIFA World Cup showcased to the world its capability, commitment to excellence, and its passion for bringing the world together.