KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) president and group chief executive officer Captain Nasaruddin A. Bakar has been appointed to the board of governors of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) during its 82nd annual general meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
MAG said in a statement that Capt Nasaruddin will serve a three-year term until 2029, collaborating with global industry leaders to provide strategic oversight and policy guidance for IATA, which represents more than 370 airlines covering approximately 85 per cent of global air traffic, Bernama reported.
“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,” the statement added.
Congratulating Capt Nasaruddin, MAG and Malaysia Airlines Bhd non-executive director Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir described the appointment as a testament to his expertise, leadership, and long-standing contributions to the aviation sector.
“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,” he said.
Capt Nasaruddin expressed his enthusiasm for the role, noting he looks forward to collaborating 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.”
He also currently serves as chairman of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines executive committee and is a member of the oneworld governance board. – June 12, 2026