Thai Airways board removes CEO after service disruptions
The board of Thai Airways International has voted to remove CEO Chai Eamsiri from his position, effective Friday (2 October), following major disruptions to passenger services at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The decision was made at a board meeting chaired by Lavaron Sangsanit, permanent secretary of the Finance Ministry and chairman of Thai Airways’ board. The meeting […] The post Thai Airways board…
Thai Airways International's board has decided to remove CEO Chai Eamsiri from his position, effective Friday, following major disruptions to passenger services at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The decision was made at a board meeting chaired by Lavaron Sangsanit, and the disruptions were attributed to staff shortages affecting ground operations, baggage handling, and flights, resulting in significant delays.
Samrit Samniang, a former PTT executive, has been appointed as acting CEO. Chai, who had been serving until January 2027, will be replaced by the newly recruited CEO.
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