Qatar Airways Appoints New CEO from Hamad International Airport
Qatar Airways Group announced a leadership transition on December 7, 2025, with the appointment of Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Al-Khater assumes the role previously held by Engr. Al-Khater brings extensive operational and strategic experience to the position. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha, Qatar Airways’ primary global hub. His background also includes senior leadership positions at QatarEnergy, the state-owned energy corporation, where he developed substantial expertise in large-scale operations and strategic management.