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Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the appointment of Hasan Adnan Al Sharaf as Chief Financial Officer, effective 22 February 2026. The move strengthens the airline’s executive leadership as it advances its financial and strategic transformation agenda.
In his new role, Al Sharaf will oversee the company’s financial strategy, capital management, performance governance, and financial stewardship. He is expected to play a key role in supporting sustainable growth, reinforcing financial discipline, and enhancing long-term value creation in line with Gulf Air’s strategic objectives.
Commenting on the appointment, Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Air, said that Al Sharaf brings extensive financial leadership experience, strong governance credentials, and a proven track record of partnering with boards and executive teams to deliver sustainable performance.
Al Sharaf said it was a privilege to join Gulf Air at a pivotal stage in its transformation journey, adding that he looks forward to working closely with the board and leadership team to strengthen financial resilience and deliver long-term value for stakeholders.
With more than 19 years of senior financial leadership experience across sectors including logistics, engineering, retail, hospitality, and investments, Al Sharaf previously served as Chief Financial Officer at Wood Al Hejailan in Saudi Arabia and as Head of Finance at BMMI. He began his career at Ernst & Young and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance. He is also a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
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