Bahrain Airport Company promotes Bahraini Leaders to advance safety and security excellence

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operator and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), today announced the promotion of five Bahraini professionals to senior leadership roles within its Safety Management System (SMS) and aviation security functions.

This strategic elevation underscores BAC’s commitment to cultivating national talent for sustained operational leadership. By prioritizing internal development and succession planning, BAC is positioning BIA as a global benchmark for safety, security, and performance in aviation.

The promoted leaders are:

• Mr. Mohamed Yousif Al Sayed, Vice President, Airport Emergency Services and Health, Safety & Environment. 
• Mr. Naser Mohamed Al Mannaie, Director, Airport Operations Center (APOC), Airside Operations & Wildlife Management
• Mr. Ali Adel Al Aseeri, Director, Aerodrome Safety & Compliance
• Mr. Ahmed Hasan Maiko, Manager, Security Quality Control & Compliance
• Mr. Talal Abdulla Kamal, Manager, Security Operations & Training

Bahrain Airport Company promotes Bahraini Leaders to advance safety and security excellence

Bahrain Airport Company promotes Bahraini Leaders to advance safety and security excellence

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Mr. Ahmed Mohamed Janahi, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Airport Company, said: “Our greatest strength lies in empowering Bahraini

professionals to lead with precision and vision. These individuals embody the resilience and innovation that will propel Bahrain International Airport into its next era of connected, efficient, and secure operations.”

“These promotions reflect our unwavering investment in Bahraini expertise as the cornerstone of aviation excellence,” said Mr. Mohamed Mazen Matar, Group Chief People Officer of Gulf Air Group. “Through rigorous succession planning, we are equipping these leaders with the tools to drive agility, innovation, and global competitiveness, ensuring BAC remains at the forefront of a dynamic industry.”

This initiative aligns with BAC’s transformation agenda and the Kingdom of Bahrain’s vision for building world-class industries powered by national talent, fostering long-term economic growth and aviation leadership.