Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) names Adrian Hamilton-Manns as its new chief executive officer. The board announced the appointment on Monday, marking a leadership transition for the national airline. Hamilton-Manns takes over as CEO following the decision by the PIA board.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) takes delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. The plane arrived at Islamabad International Airport after a flight from London Heathrow. This marks the airline’s expansion of its modern fleet with the new long-haul model.
New investors have completed the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and officially assumed ownership of the national carrier. The transfer follows a prolonged privatization process, concluding the state’s divestment of PIA after years of operational and financial challenges. No details on the buyer identity or restructuring plans have been disclosed.
Arif Habib Corporation’s consortium secures the remaining 25% stake in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), targeting full private ownership by May 2026. The deal grants management control ahead of schedule, with plans to invest heavily in expanding PIA’s aircraft fleet. The privatization follows years of state ownership and operational challenges.
