Tewolde Gebremariam is Air India’s new CEO
Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO. A former Ethiopian Airlines chief, he was most recently selected to lead Pakistan International Airlines
Air India has appointed Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO. A former Ethiopian Airlines chief, he was most recently selected to lead Pakistan International Airlines. He will succeed Campbell Wilson, who took charge of the airline soon after it was handed over to Tatas in 2022. Also Read | What lies ahead for Air India’s next CEO after Campbell Wilson “His unique strength lies in managing complex operational landscapes, driving cultural transformation, building competitive global hubs, and developing world-class MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) and aviation training infrastructure,” a press statement from Air India said about the new appointee.
N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Air India and Tata Sons said about the new CEO, “Having completed the initial phase of stabilization, integration, and fleet commitments under Campbell’s guidance, Air India
is now entering a critical execution and expansion era. Tewolde’s track record in building one of the world’s most efficient and profitable airline groups makes him uniquely suited to lead
Air India. His operational expertise, commitment to safety, and vision for hub development will be instrumental as we establish Air India as a premier global carrier and a source of national pride.”
