Qatar Airways CEO Kicks Off Annual Safety Event
Qatar Airways CEO Badr Mohammed al-Meer officially launched the airline’s annual safety and security awareness event on January 12, 2025. Running for three days through January 14, the event is designed to reinforce a robust culture of safety across all Qatar Airways Group business operations and partner entities.
This year’s theme, “It Begins With You and Continues With Me,” emphasizes the importance of a collaborative approach to safety and security. The initiative is fully supported by all Qatar Airways Group subsidiaries, including Qatar Aviation Services, Qatar Aircraft Catering Company, Qatar Duty Free, Discover Qatar, Hamad International Airport (DOH), and Oryx International School.
In his opening remarks, CEO Badr Mohammed al-Meer highlighted the critical role of partnership and teamwork in maintaining safe and secure air travel. “Collaboration remains the most important approach to advancing sustainable safety and security. Today’s partnership approach underscores our country’s shared vision and dedication to achieving a common goal of offering a safe and secure air transport network,” he said.
Throughout the three-day event, employees participated in a wide range of activities intended to drive engagement and stimulate innovation in safety practices. The schedule featured interactive staff quizzes, live demonstrations, recognition awards, and panel discussions. Exhibitions, games, and team contests added an element of fun while emphasizing practical learning and teamwork. Notably, several exhibition booths featured representatives from the General Directorate of Civil Defense, General Directorate of Drug Enforcement, and General Directorate of Traffic—demonstrating a strong collaboration between Qatar Airways Group and key government agencies.
Ashish Jain, Qatar Airways Group Chief Risk Officer, expressed his pride in the initiative. “When it comes to safety and security at Qatar Airways Group, we continually explore new and innovative ways to deliver and meet objectives. I am proud of the collaboration that has taken place between our divisions, subsidiaries and companies, and our external partners to produce an exceptionally successful event for all Qatar Airways Group employees,” he stated.
The event reflects Qatar Airways’ ongoing commitment to embedding safety deeply into its corporate culture. By engaging employees through diverse and interactive activities, the airline aims to ensure that every team member—no matter their role—contributes actively to maintaining a secure air transport network. The focus on collaboration and continuous improvement is seen as a key driver in advancing operational safety not only for the airline but also for the broader aviation industry.
As the event unfolds, participants across the group are encouraged to integrate best practices into their daily routines, ensuring that the collective commitment to safety permeates all aspects of the organization. With a reputation for excellence in the aviation world, Qatar Airways continues to set high standards in safety, underscoring the belief that ensuring passenger and staff security is a shared responsibility that starts with every individual.
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