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- Md Shafiqur Rahman has been appointed as the new Managing Director and CEO of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
- The appointment was made by the new board of directors, led by Abdul Muyeed Chowdhury, on September 4, 2024.
- Shafiqur Rahman has a long career with Biman, having joined in 1986 and retired in 2017 after holding various leadership roles.
- Biman is currently evaluating proposals for new aircraft, including a significant shift towards purchasing Airbus planes.
Md Shafiqur Rahman has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, marking a significant leadership change in the national flag carrier. The appointment was made by the newly formed board of directors of Biman, led by Abdul Muyeed Chowdhury, a former secretary and advisor to the caretaker government. This decision was announced on September 4, 2024.
Shafiqur Rahman has a long-standing history with Biman Bangladesh Airlines, having joined the company as a trainee commercial officer in 1986. Over the years, he has held various key positions, including Director of Administration & Human Resources, Director of Procurement & Logistics Support, and Director of Marketing & Sales. His extensive experience also includes roles in tariff, market research, reservation, and cargo departments. Furthermore, he served as the country manager for Biman in Singapore, Thailand, and Greece. Shafiqur retired from the airline in 2017 after a distinguished career.
The appointment of Shafiqur Rahman comes at a critical time for Biman Bangladesh Airlines, as the company is undergoing significant changes and facing numerous challenges. The leadership transition is expected to bring a fresh perspective and strategic direction to the airline, leveraging Shafiqur’s vast experience and deep understanding of the aviation industry.
In addition to the leadership change, Biman Bangladesh Airlines is currently evaluating proposals for the procurement of new aircraft. The board has recently approved the purchase of four Airbus planes, each costing approximately $180 million. This decision marks a strategic shift for the airline, which has traditionally operated Boeing aircraft. The evaluation process for the Airbus proposal is ongoing, and the airline plans to consider a proposal from Boeing to ensure a competitive procurement process.
The appointment of Md Shafiqur Rahman as the CEO and MD of Biman Bangladesh Airlines is a pivotal development for the airline, as it seeks to strengthen its operations and expand its fleet amidst a rapidly evolving aviation landscape.
Source: The Business Standard
