AirAsia Aviation Group appoints Riad Asmat to Board of Advisors
Riad Asmat, AirAsia Aviation Group
AirAsia Aviation Group has appointed Riad Asmat to its Board of Advisors. He relinquished his position as Chief Executive Officer of AirAsia Berhad (AirAsia Malaysia) effective 31 December 2023, the press release said.
Asmat's leadership played an important role in navigating the airline through the challenges of the pandemic. AirAsia Aviation Group said his vision has sustained the airline and positioned it for a promising future. Asmat will also continue on the Board of AirAsia Berhad and Ground Team Red, apart from providing consultancy work for Capital A Aviation Services.
“I am proud to have been given the opportunity to work with AirAsia and the amazing Allstars. This was not an easy decision considering how each and every one truly meant to me as my airline family throughout this very meaningful journey in my life,” Asmat said. “Thank you Datuk Kamarudin, Tony, Bo and all our Allstars for the undying support given to me throughout my tenure and I am forever grateful. While stepping down as CEO, I am looking forward to continue supporting the company in its next chapter.”
Bo Lingam, Group CEO of AirAsia Aviation Group, said, “We extend our deepest appreciation to Riad for his outstanding leadership and remarkable contributions to AirAsia Group. While Riad has decided to step down from the CEO position, he will remain an integral part of AirAsia by joining the Board of Advisors. All our operations will continue as usual, unaffected by this transition. We look forward to continuing our journey with his guidance and have full confidence in the capable hands of the team while ensuring a smooth transition when the new CEO is appointed.”
AirAsia is set to announce additional updates on the restructuring of the company and personnel within the group.
