Muharraq, Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) announced today that it has appointed Mohamed Yusuf Al Binfalah a Bahraini national as its new chief executive officer, taking up the post in September 2012.

Al Binfalah, is currently the chief executive officer of Olive VFM Holding Company BSC (C) a facility management and investment corporation, and on the board of directors of ATYAF Telecommunications and Infrastructure International BSC (C), a Bahraini ICT service provider.

Al Binfalah previously served  as the general manager of DHL Aviation Service Wll, and has over 27 professional experience.  He holds a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering and a Masters in Business Administration.

Khalid Al Rumaihi Bahrain Airport Company's chairman, “We are confident that Mr. Mohamed Al Binfalah will carry on the solid and continued achievements that Bahrain Airport Company has made and will be able to add a lot of experience in managing and developing the airport.

“I trust he will develop on the work that has been made and pursue the strategic plans we have set to realize our vision of having the best airport for Bahrain.

“Bahrain Airport Company plays an important role that is vital not only for the success of the Kingdom’s aviation industry, but also to facilitate the country’s socio – economic development and contribute to the nation’s economy.”