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Airasia Aviation Group appoints Chester Voo, Farouk Kamal as deputy CEOs

08 Jan 2024 04:20pm
Chester (left), Farouk
Chester (left), Farouk

SEPANG - AirAsia Aviation Group has appointed Datuk Captain Chester Voo as deputy group chief executive officer (CEO) of airline operations and Farouk Kamal as deputy group CEO of corporate effective today.

Capital A Bhd CEO Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said Voo will focus on optimising and enhancing efficiencies across core airline functions, as well as identifying and mitigating potential risks to improve the airline’s overall performance.

"With a proven track record in the airline industry including over 11 years with AirAsia, he brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served in leadership positions including as CEO of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia," he said during the AirAsia Aviation Group announcement here today.

Meanwhile, he said Farouk's corporate duties encompass finance, corporate finance, aircraft leasing, legal, investor relations and strategy.

"He will also provide oversight on internal audit and risk management for the group," he said.

Fernandes said the appointments were in line with AirAsia’s preparation to embark on its next phase of growth to shape the group’s future.

Meanwhile, AirAsia Aviation Group CEO Bo Lingam said the synergy between the seasoned leaders and the existing team is expected to fuel further innovation.

"Their combined efforts will allow us to continue to focus on our strategic decision-making, long-term planning, and the group’s overall organisational direction," he added. - BERNAMA

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