Captain Ahmed Adel chosen as a member of IATA's Board representing the Middle East and North Africa
In a new international achievement added to the record of successes of Egypt's civil aviation sector, EgyptAir has regained its membership of the Board of Governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) after an absence of 6 years, in elections held on the sidelines of IATA's 82nd Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 6 to 8 June.
The elections resulted in Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman and Executive Managing Director of EgyptAir Holding Company, being chosen as a member of IATA's Board of Governors representing the Middle East and North Africa, a step reflecting EgyptAir's standing within the international air transport community and returning it to one of the most important decision-making platforms in the global aviation industry.
The win crowns the efforts of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and its strategy to strengthen Egypt's presence in specialized international organizations and consolidate Egypt's position and influential role in the air transport industry regionally and internationally.
For his part, Captain Ahmed Adel expressed his pride in this achievement, stressing that EgyptAir's election to IATA's Board of Governors is international recognition of the role played by the national carrier and reflects the confidence of IATA members in Egyptian expertise and its ability to contribute effectively to shaping the future of the global air transport industry.
Adel added that regaining this seat is an important opportunity to strengthen cooperation with member airlines and support initiatives aimed at developing the industry and tackling global challenges, serving the interests of the civil aviation sector.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the main umbrella organization for airlines around the world, with more than 370 member airlines representing the largest share of global air traffic. Its Board of Governors sets the association's strategic direction and follows up on the main issues related to the future of the industry, including sustainability, digital transformation and the development of safety and efficiency standards.
