Malaysia Airlines Appoints Nasaruddin Bakar as Group CEO and President

Malaysia Aviation Group has announced the retirement of Group Managing Director Izham Ismail and the appointment of Captain Nasaruddin Bakar as the new Group CEO and President. Bakar will lead the airline’s efforts to maintain its improved financial footing and advance modernization plans. The transition is seen as a result of the company’s renewed financial stability and its ability to execute on its strategic priorities. The airline has not released updated financial targets for 2026, but Nasaruddin will oversee initiatives to rebuild international traffic levels and strengthen the group’s broader portfolio.