MAG chief Nasaruddin appointed to IATA board of governors

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) president and group CEO Nasaruddin A Bakar has been appointed to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) board of governors.

MAG said Nasaruddin was appointed to the board during the IATA’s 82nd annual general meeting held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

In a statement today, it said he will serve a three-year term until 2029, joining global industry leaders in providing strategic oversight and policy direction for IATA, which represents more than 370 airlines accounting for about 85% of global air traffic.

In this role, he will contribute to guiding the association’s industry committees and subsidiary bodies on critical issues shaping the future of global aviation.

Congratulating Nasaruddin on the appointment, MAG and Malaysia Airlines Bhd non-executive director Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir said it is a testament to Nasaruddin’s expertise, leadership, and long-standing contributions to the aviation industry.

“I am confident that he will bring valuable insight and perspective to the board, further strengthening Malaysia’s voice in global aviation and supporting the continued advancement of the industry,” Amirul said.

Nasaruddin said he looks forward to working with fellow governors to contribute meaningfully to strategic dialogue and policy direction that will strengthen industry resilience, accelerate innovation, and advance a more sustainable and connected future for air transport worldwide.