Emiratisation Principle: Emirates appoints UAE nationals to key management positions

Dubai: Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Group, today announced executive appointments to support the organisation’s growth and strengthen its management team.

The latest list of promotions and leadership positions includes seven UAE nationals, many of whom have built their careers within Emirates Group in various roles and continue to play key roles in the organisation’s success.

Sheikh Ahmed said: “These appointments reflect the expanded scale, breadth and ambition of our business. I am delighted that we have been able to fill these positions with internal talent, including UAE nationals. The Emirates Group will continue to invest in being the employer of choice for the best talent in the industry, delivering world-leading products and services, and reflecting Dubai’s vision to be number one in everything we do.”

Nominations valid from July 8:

Ali Mubarak Al Soori: Director of Purchasing and Facilities
Ahmed Safa: Head of Engineering and MRO
Badr Abbas: Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo Division
Captain Mark Burtonwood: Senior Vice President, Group Security and Network Operations
Mostafa Karam: Senior Vice President, Customer Service and Service Audit
Yousuf Mohammad Ali: Senior Vice President, Procurement and Logistics, Divisional Operations
David Broz: Senior Vice President, Aviation & Policy, and Aviation Industry
Devarajan Srinivasan: Senior Vice President, Facilities and Asset Management
Mahmood Al Khaja: Senior Vice President, Materials Management and Repairs
Will Lofberg: Senior Vice President, International and Government Affairs

Nominations valid from September 1:

Shahreyar Nawabi: CEO Emirates Flight Catering
Mahmood Ameen Department: Senior Vice President, Aircraft Engineering & Procurement