Brussels Airlines, the flag carrier of Belgium, has announced the appointment of Filip Aerts as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a member of the Management Board, effective 01 August 2025. Aerts will succeed Tilman Reinshagen, who is leaving the Lufthansa Group to pursue other opportunities.
Eric Koury, the former Chief Executive Officer of Air Antilles, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison (suspended) and ordered to pay a fine of $112,500 in connection with embezzlement charges. The sentencing marks the culmination of a legal case that had been under investigation for several years.
Jazeera Airways, the Kuwait-based low-cost carrier, has implemented a series of leadership changes as it continues to refine its organizational structure and align with its growth objectives. In a strategic move, Ayman Alshammari has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO), bringing operational continuity and internal experience to the role.
SriLankan Airlines will no longer undergo privatization, according to a decision by the Sri Lankan government to retain national ownership of the carrier. The move reverses earlier intentions to offload the state-run airline and instead pivots toward internal reform through a new management structure designed to drive profitability.
China Airlines (Taiwan) has officially appointed Chen Han-Ming as its new president, succeeding Kao Shing-Hwang, who has been elevated to the position of chairman. This leadership transition reflects the airline’s long-term strategic vision as it continues to expand and strengthen its global position.
Luxair (Luxembourg) has successfully concluded negotiations with unions, finalizing an agreement for the renewal of the collective agreement. This agreement marks a significant milestone for the airline and its workforce, ensuring improved working conditions and financial commitments.
T’way Air, a South Korean low-cost carrier, is at the center of strategic business developments as its shareholder, the Daemyung Sono Group, moves to acquire management rights of the airline. This ambitious step could potentially lead to significant changes in South Korea’s aviation landscape.
The Mauritian government has announced plans to investigate Air Mauritius, the nation’s flag carrier, in response to a series of internal disputes that have reportedly created a climate of unrest within the organization. The move aims to address issues ranging from resignations and corruption allegations to workplace grievances and accusations of intimidation.
