Qatar Airways Group Appoints Mr. Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer

Qatar Airways Group has announced a major leadership change: Mr. Hamad Ali Al‑Khater has been appointed as Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective December 7, 2025.

About Mr. Hamad Ali Al‑Khater
- Previous role: Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport, where he oversaw safety, reliability, infrastructure expansion, and passenger experience.
- Earlier career: Held senior positions at QatarEnergy, focusing on business development, deal execution, and large-scale strategic initiatives.
- Leadership style: Known for operational excellence and strategic vision, particularly in aviation and energy sectors.

Transition at Qatar Airways
- Mr. Al‑Khater succeeds Engr. Badr Mohammed Al‑Meer, who previously led the airline.
- The Board Chairman, H.E. Saad Sherida Al‑Kaabi, expressed gratitude to Al‑Meer and emphasized confidence in Al‑Khater’s ability to build on Qatar Airways’ strong foundations and expansive global network.

Qatar Airways Today
- Awards: Named World’s Best Airline for a record ninth time at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards.
- Network: Flies to over 170 destinations worldwide, anchored by its Doha hub at Hamad International Airport.
- Sustainability: First Middle Eastern airline certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA).
- Innovation: Recently showcased new aircraft and technology at the Paris Air Show and signed historic deals with Boeing.

This appointment signals Qatar Airways’ intent to continue its trajectory of global expansion, innovation, and passenger experience leadership.