Etihad Airways (EY, Abu Dhabi Int'l) has announced the creation of the Etihad Aviation Group, a new structure marking the transition from a single entity airline to a wider global aviation group.
Headed by James Hogan, the new Etihad Aviation Group structure distinguishes Etihad Airways from that of its subsidiaries, joint venture companies and equity partners....
In addition to the core airline, the Etihad Aviation Group also includes a division to coordinate and manage Etihad’s investment in its equity airline partners.
A key element in the new structure is the establishment of the Hala Group, led by Chief Operating Officer Hala Group, Peter Baumgartner, formerly Chief Commercial Officer Etihad Airways.
The Hala Group will bring businesses together to drive commercial value for Etihad Airways, for Abu Dhabi and for the airline’s equity alliance partners. It combines travel management provided by Hala Travel Management, destination management services of Hala Abu Dhabi, the internationally expanding wholesale and tour operating business, Etihad Holidays, and other major start-up initiatives such as a new global loyalty company.