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The Arab Air Carriers Organisation’s executive committee members after a meeting in Beirut, Lebanon. |
Al-Baker has joined the organisation’s executive body for a three-year term. The committee, which meets twice a year, is comprised of eight other airline representatives and chairperson Ghaida Abdullatif, director general and CEO of Syrian Arab Airlines.
Established in 1965, AACO is a non-profit organisation made up of 24 Arab member-airlines, which aims to promote co-operation, quality and safety standards among Arab League air carriers.
Al-Baker said being appointed to the AACO committee was a great honour and that he looked forward to continue working with member airlines in his new capacity.
“With the formidable rise of air passenger traffic and new regional players to this ever-exciting industry, a regional framework where partners gather, collaborate and raise the profile of the many exceptional airlines in the Middle East, only brings benefits to all concerned within the AACO membership,” he said.
“When I was appointed CEO of Qatar Airways 14 years ago, my goal was for the company to become the best airline in the world. We achieved that this year, but I also had a goal for Arab aviation as a whole, for it to reach the pinnacle of the world’s aviation industry.
“It is my aim to continue the good work of AACO and help raise the bar for member airlines in this highly competitive industry. At Qatar Airways, we strive to excel in everything we do, and I am extremely proud to be working alongside some of the best airlines in the world to ensure the Arab aviation industry continues to prosper.”
The AACO is holding its annual general meeting in Abu Dhabi in November, were CEOs of member-airlines will determine AACO strategies and working plans for 2012.