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Eman Marhoon takes on new role at airport company

Eman Marhoon takes on new role at airport company

Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), the operating and managing body of Bahrain International Airport (BIA), has appointed Eman Marhoon as Vice President, Corporate Communications. In this role, she leads BAC’s communications function, including strategic messaging, media relations, and stakeholder engagement related to the operation and development of BIA.

Eman has more than 25 years of experience in strategic engagement across corporate communications and journalism. She previously served as Director of Corporate Communications at Gulf Air Group (GFG) and before that, at BAC. In her earlier career, she held key roles with Bahrain Television and Bahrain's Ministry of Information.

“We are pleased to welcome Eman to Bahrain Airport Company. She brings valuable experience gained through her work across Gulf Air Group entities, along with strong exposure to the regional and global aviation and media landscape," said Ahmed Janahi, Acting Chief Executive Officer and Chief Airport Operations Officer of BAC. "This appointment marks an important step in BAC’s continued evolution and in strengthening Bahrain International Airport’s position as the Kingdom’s primary gateway to the world. With her deep familiarity with BIA and proven communications expertise, Eman is well-placed to lead this function as the airport enters its next phase of growth.”

Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer, Martin Gauss, added, “Eman demonstrated exceptional leadership in corporate communications throughout her time with Gulf Air and during her other roles within Bahrain's aviation community. This experience gives her a valuable perspective that will strengthen BAC’s communications and support the continued development of BIA. I look forward to continuing to work with her as she takes on her important new position.”

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