{
  "id": 14973667,
  "title": "PIA Finalizes New CEO Pending Formalities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/pia-finalizes-new-ceo-pending-formalities",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-16T13:31:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/16/pia-finalizes-new-ceo-pending-formalities/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reportedly appointed Adrian Hamilton-Manns, the former CEO of Oman-based SalamAir, as its new chief executive officer. The decision follows the completion of the privatization process, which saw an Arif Habib-led consortium take control of the national carrier in June 2026. Hamilton-Manns, a New Zealand-born aviation executive, led SalamAir from July 2024 to September 2026 before joining FlyArystan, a low-cost carrier based in Kazakhstan. His extensive experience in managing airline operations and commercial aviation businesses makes him a strong candidate for the role. However, his appointment is still pending clearance and other formalities.",
  "summary": "Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has reportedly finalized Adrian Hamilton-Manns, former chief executive officer of Oman-based SalamAir, as its new CEO. … Read More The post PIA Finalizes New CEO Pending Formalities appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}