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A German national, Mr Wette is a graduate of WHU - Koblenz School of Corporate Management in Germany and, in addition to specialist studies in strategic management and investment management, he holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration.
Following his first posting in Frankfurt as a Corporate Finance Analyst in Mergers and Acquisitions at Drueker & Co, he moved to Roland Berger & Partner and joined their Aviation Competence Centre in 1997. He served a multitude of airlines on strategic assignments in network management, pricing, operational issues and business planning. In 2000 he moved to Zurich, where he became Partner and Director of the Transportation and Logistics Group, playing a key role in re-launching a European national carrier and the planning and transaction of one of the largest European airline mergers.
Since 2004 he has built up the business for his company in the Middle East, subsequently opening the first regional office for Roland Berger Strategy Consultants in 2006. Today he is Partner & Managing Director of Roland Berger Middle East in Bahrain. He advises major corporations in the region on strategic issues, their business planning and reorganisation.
Commenting on the appointment, Gulf Air Chairman, Mr Abdulaziz Kanoo said: 'We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Wette to our Board, where he will represent Bahrain's shareholding. His proven business acumen and outstanding credentials in strategic consulting to major global airlines will enrich the broad base of skills and experience on our Board and will be vital as we move forward to the next level of development, restructuring Gulf Air to compete in the region.'
Gulf Air announces additional Bahrain Board member
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sultanate of Oman has announced the appointment of Michael Wette to its Board of Directors, where, together with existing members, he will represent the Bahrain shareholding.
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About Gulf AirFounded in 1950, Gulf Air, owned by the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sultanate of Oman, is the only truly Pan Gulf carrier in the Middle East region.
The regional, geographic and cultural values that the airline has embraced over more than half a century are still central to defining its brand and service ethos.
Today the airline's network stretches from Europe to Asia and covers 50 cities in 30 countries. The fleet comprises 34 aircraft and has the distinct advantage of possessing the strongest network across the Middle East.
A platform for sustained commercial operation has been established over the past three years as part of a multi-phased turnaround programme. It has also provided a framework for a succession of innovative products and services including the unique Sky Chefs and Sky Nannies that form part of Gulf Air's 'smart airline, successful business' vision.
International recognition has been achieved as a result of the turnaround programme leading to numerous awards for the airline's innovative and high quality products and services: These include:
• Best Onboard Catering in First and Business Class (Skytrax World Airline Catering Awards 2005)
• Best designed in-flight magazine (American Creativity Awards,2005)
• Middle East Leading First Class Airline (World Travel Awards 2005)
• World's Leading Airport Lounge (World Travel Awards 2005)
• Middle East & North African Platinum Best Airline (MENA Travel Awards 2004
• Most Improved Airline (Skytrax Awards 2004)
• Middle East First Class Airline (Arabian Business Awards)
• Best new product launch for in-flight services (PAX international Readership Awards)
• Best First Class Onboard Food (Skytrax Food Category 2004)
• Best Business Class Check-in (Skytrax Check-in Category 2004)
• Middle East region's best airport restaurant for its restaurant in Bahrain International Airport lounge (PAX International Readership Awards 2005)
Official Airline and Sponsor of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2007
For further information please contact:
GULF AIR PRESS OFFICE
T: +973 17 338821
F: +973 17 338207
Lara Lynn Golden, News EditorMonday, December 18 - 2006 at 13:03 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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This Article was updated on Monday, April 30 - 2007
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