Dubai, Wednesday 9th December 2011 - Bahrain Air, the second national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced the appointment of Mr. Richard Nuttall as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Nuttall has taken over this new role with effect from 1st of December 2011.

On this occasion, Mr. Nuttall expressed his enthusiasm for his new assignment by saying "I am both honored and excited to be given this opportunity. Whilst 2011 has been an extremely challenging year for airlines operating within the Middle East, Bahrain Air has come a long way in its three years of operation. We have a great team and our goal now is to become Bahrain's airline of choice within the region."

Mean while, Mr. Ibrahim ALHAMER, Managing Director of Bahrain Air, said "We are glad that the Board of Directors took a wise decision by appointing Mr. Nuttall as CEO since he carries a wealth of experience in airline commercial operations.

Prior to joining Bahrain Air as Director Commercial Operations a year and half ago, he worked in senior positions with Cathay Pacific Airways, Philippine Airlines, Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings and Kenya Airways". Mr. ALHAMER added "we are confident that Mr. Nuttall is going to play an important role in improving revenue flow of the airline as well as the load factor of our operations which will contribute to strengthening the company's commercial aspects and its positive existence in the aviation market during the coming years". Mr. ALHAMER concluded by wishing Mr. Nuttall all the success and progress with his new responsibilities as CEO.

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About Bahrain Air
Bahrain Air is the Kingdom of Bahrain's second national carrier which currently operates to more than 20 destinations from Bahrain using its brand new A320 and

A319 aircraft, offering both Business Premium Class and Economy Class, free baggage allowances and complimentary meals.  The Premium Value Carrier plays a major role in linking Bahrain, the financial center of the Middle East, to major cities in the GCC, the Levant, Africa and the Indian Sub-Continent, with fast and economical point-to-point services, for both the business community and the travelling public. Bahrain Air is committed to offering customers the highest level of safety, comfort, service and reliability at the most affordable prices throughout the year on its growing network.  For more information visit www.bahrainair.net

Mr. Bader Khawam(m: 050 6989855, e: bkhawam@aviareps.com) Mr. Glenn Johnston (m: 050 5015423, e: gjohnston@aviareps.com) Mr. Fahad Muslem (m: +973 17463330, e: pr@bahrainair.net)

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