Airbus appoints Mikail Houari as Head of Airbus in Qatar

Airbus has appointed Mikail Houari as Head of Airbus in Qatar, which became effective on January 1,2025.

Airbus has appointed Mikail Houari as Head of Airbus in Qatar. Image: Airbus

The appointment follows his previous role as President of Airbus for Africa & Middle East, a position he held since January 2017.

Houari brings over 30 years of global and regional industry expertise, including nearly two decades at Airbus, where his leadership has been pivotal in driving success across key markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. In his new role, Houari will oversee Airbus’ operations across all divisions in Qatar, serving as the company’s primary representative to customers and key stakeholders, while supporting the country’s growth ambitions.