Overview
- The group said Al‑Khater took over as Group Chief Executive on December 7, 2025, succeeding Badr Mohammed Al‑Meer with immediate effect.
- Al‑Khater most recently served as Chief Operating Officer at Doha’s Hamad International Airport and previously held senior roles at QatarEnergy.
- Chairman Saad Sherida Al‑Kaabi thanked Al‑Meer and said the carrier remains committed to delivering world‑class experiences, reliability and innovation.
- The announcement included no statement from Al‑Meer and offered no rationale for the leadership change, marking a second top‑job handover since Akbar Al Baker’s 2023 departure.
- The company emphasized continuity in growth, digitalization and sustainability priorities, as reporting noted recent accolades such as the 2025 Skytrax World’s Best Airline award and service to more than 170 destinations.