Mr. Al Husseini, a USA graduate holding a mechanical engineering degree, is a 30 year veteran of Saudi Arabian Airlines. Throughout his long and successful career at Saudia, Mr. Al Husseini was an integral part of the technical division. For many years, he led the engineering department and re-engineered the logistics division. With the onset of the privatization of Saudia’s Technical Division, he was an integral part of the privatization process overseeing both restructuring of the technical services division, and the development of the Sales & Marketing Division in what is known today as Saudia Technic.
After his early retirement in 2014 from Saudia, Mr. Al Husseini joined the start-up team for Al-Maha Airways. In 2015 he started his own MRO Consulting & Aircraft Inspection business. One of the first major projects undertaken was the launch of a new Line Maintenance Company (FPSS) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In 2019 he was appointed as CEO of the aviation division in Ajlan Brothers Group to launch multi-million dollar MRO and training academy.
Mr. Al Husseini has been involved with Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) since 2012 as chairman and moderator for the association’s conferences in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Morocco.
MODERATOR SESSION
10 December 2024 | 13:00 - 13:35 | Regional dynamics: The rise of Saudi Arabia - Exploring the boom and opportunities
What's driving the boom in Saudi business aviation? How does Saudi Arabia see the future of general aviation? What role is the regulator playing in infrastructure development? What exciting possibilities are unfolding in the sector, including EVTOL and air mobility? How are regulations evolving to facilitate business operations? We'll discuss potential hurdles like maintenance concerns and service quality, along with strategies to overcome them.
