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Oman Air has appointed Nasser Al Sharji as chief executive, effective September 1, 2026, replacing Con Korfiatis after just over two years in charge. The leadership change coincides with fellow state-owned Omani carrier SalamAir naming Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as its new CEO.
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Oman Air has appointed Nasser Al Sharji as chief executive, effective September 1, 2026, replacing Con Korfiatis after just over two years in charge. The leadership change coincides with fellow state-owned Omani carrier SalamAir naming Yaqoob Al Kiyumi as its new CEO.
L3Harris removed CEO Chris Kubasik after an investigation into his conduct with a subordinate, while reporting indicates another employee had raised a harassment complaint about his behavior years earlier. The disclosures add scrutiny to leadership oversight and workplace conduct at the defense contractor.
XTI Aerospace is reshaping its executive leadership, appointing an interim chief executive and a new chairperson. The company says the incoming leaders will help define its future direction, marking a notable governance transition as XTI works to advance its aerospace business.
Vantor has appointed Will Cocos to oversee its U.S. government business, including work with defense, intelligence and civilian agencies. The leadership change comes as the Earth intelligence company manages its engagement with federal customers across national security and civil government markets.
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Air New Zealand will appoint former Air India CEO and managing director Campbell Wilson and former Contact Energy chair Robert McDonald as directors effective Sept. 24, subject to shareholder approval. The appointments come as the carrier manages aircraft delivery delays and engine-related issues.
Alliance Aviation Services has named Steven Greenway, the former chief executive of Saudi Arabian carrier flyadeal, as its next CEO. Greenway will succeed Stewart Tully, who is leaving the Australian charter operator after roughly a decade, as Alliance refocuses on FIFO charter operations and adjusts its business model.
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United Launch Alliance has appointed longtime company executive Mark Peller as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. Peller succeeds the company’s previous leader as the Boeing-Lockheed Martin joint venture navigates challenges surrounding its Vulcan rocket program.
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L3Harris Technologies abruptly removed Chairman and CEO Christopher Kubasik after an investigation found conduct inconsistent with the defense contractor’s code of conduct. The company provided no details about the misconduct and appointed Sam Mehta, who led its space business, as chief executive.
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