PIA’s Big Shakeup: Key Executive Roles Abolished in Major Restructuring

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has implemented significant organizational changes as part of a larger restructuring initiative. The position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and the entire COO department have been abolished. Additionally, the General Manager (GM) Security role has been eliminated, with the Security Section reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The GM Works position has also been abolished, with the department now under the Human Resources (HR) division. The GM Passenger Handling Services role has been eliminated as well. Kapil Kumar assumed the role of Acting General Manager, while Zulqarnain Mehdi was appointed as a Special Assistant to the CEO. Mehdi will oversee ground operations, including water transport, airport services, and ramp services.

According to a spokesperson, the restructuring is part of a comprehensive reform plan approved by the Board, aiming to reduce administrative expansion and enhance the airline's efficiency. PIA plans to boost its London operations to seven weekly flights starting October 27, with five flights from Islamabad and two from Lahore, compared to the current four weekly flights.