Ibrahim Canliel steps up as CEO of Air Astana Group
Ibrahim Canliel has taken on the role of CEO at Air Astana Group. He steps up from chief financial officer, a position he has held since 2017. Canliel has been part of the airline’s leadership team for more than 14 years, supporting its strategic and financial development, including its public listing in 2024.
Marc Handl helms as MD of Dusit Thani Bangkok
Dusit International has named Marc Handl managing director of Dusit Thani Bangkok. He will lead the hotel and oversee Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside at Dusit Central Park. Handl joins from Abu Dhabi National Hotels, where he was responsible for a portfolio of 15 properties, and brings more than 30 years of experience with brands […]
IndiGo names new CEO
InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) has appointed William Walsh as CEO, subject to regulatory approvals. He is expected to join by August 3, 2026, following the end of his tenure at IATA on July 31, 2026. Walsh is currently director general of IATA and was previously CEO of British Airways and International Airlines Group, overseeing multiple airline […]
Vikas Chawla leads Hyatt as new president for India, South-west Asia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has appointed Vikas Chawla as president, India and South-west Asia, effective April 1, 2026. He brings more than 30 years of experience in food and beverage and consulting. He joins with a background in building and scaling businesses, and will lead Hyatt’s strategy and growth across the region.
Millennium Hotels and Resorts appoints chief commercial officer
Millennium Hotels and Resorts has named Cinn Tan as chief commercial officer. She brings more than 30 years of experience across Asia-Pacific, China, Europe and the US. She joins from Pan Pacific Hotels Group, where she was chief commercial and marketing officer, and has previously held senior roles at Jin Jiang International and Ascott .
