Qatar Airways Group has announced the appointment of Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 December 2025. He succeeds Badr Mohammed Al-Meer.
Al-Khater joins Qatar Airways Group from Hamad International Airport, where he served as Chief Operating Officer. In that role, he was responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of airport operations, while leading strategic direction, operational excellence, infrastructure expansion, and enhancing passenger experience.
Before his tenure at Hamad International Airport, Al-Khater held senior roles across QatarEnergy, driving business development, deal execution, and leading large-scale strategic and operational initiatives.
His Excellency Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, Chairman of the Qatar Airways Group Board of Directors, said: “Qatar Airways Group extends its appreciation to Badr Mohammed Al-Meer for his service. As we welcome Hamad Ali Al-Khater, we look forward to building on the strong foundations and expansive global network of Qatar Airways, anchored by our exceptional team in Qatar and around the world. With this leadership transition, Qatar Airways Group reaffirms its commitment to delivering world-class experiences, reliability, and innovation to travellers around the globe.”
