PIA Finalizes New CEO Pending Formalities
As its new CEO, pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reportedly finalized Adrian Hamilton-Manns, former chief executive officer of Oman-based SalamAir.
As its new CEO, pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reportedly finalized Adrian Hamilton-Manns, former chief executive officer of Oman-based SalamAir.
Article outline
- What happened
- Why it matters
- The bottom line
Key points
- Hamilton-Manns, a New Zealand-born aviation executive, led SalamAir from July 2024 until September 2026.
- In July 2026, Air India confirmed Gebremariam's appointment as its CEO, ending speculation concerning his feasible move to PIA.
- The airline had previously considered former Ethiopian Airlines CEO Tewolde Gebremariam for its top position.
- His appointment comes as PIA moves forward with its post-privatization transformation.
Hamilton-Manns, a New Zealand-born aviation executive, led SalamAir from July 2024 until September 2026. Before joining the Omani airline, he served as CEO of FlyArystan, a low-cost carrier based in Kazakhstan. PIA Announces Major Discount on Flights to Toronto. His experience includes managing airline operations and commercial aviation businesses.
His appointment comes as PIA moves forward with its post-privatization transformation. After the completion of the privatization process, an Arif Habib-led consortium took management control of the national carrier in June 2026.
In practice, the airline had previously considered former Ethiopian Airlines CEO Tewolde Gebremariam for its top position. The Arif Habib-led consortium reportedly selected him for the role, but his appointment never materialized. Punjab Announces Deadline to Install Road Signs on New Roads.
In July 2026, Air India confirmed Gebremariam's appointment as its CEO, ending speculation concerning his feasible move to PIA. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover. Follow on Google News Join WhatsApp. See more ProPakistani stories in Google Search and Top Stories.
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