AIRASIA X’s board of directors have named Kamarudin Meranun as group CEO, AirAsia X, and Benyamin Ismail as acting CEO of AirAsia X, replacing Azran Osman-Rani in an ongoing reorganisation exercise.
The new appointments have been in effect since January 30.
In his new role, Kamarudin will spearhead developing the overarching strategy for the AirAsia X Group, which encompasses AirAsia X, AirAsia X Thailand and Indonesia AirAsia Extra.
Together with Kamarudin, Benyamin will lead the reorganisation and turnaround exercise to strengthen the company’s balance sheet and to maximise profitability to ensure a stronger financial footing for the company.
Benyamin joined AirAsia in 2010 and was most recently group head of corporate development, implementation and investor relations.
