The Chairman of Gulf Air Group, Khalid Taqi, today announced the appointment of Martin Gauss as Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Air, effective November 4, 2025.
At the same time, he confirmed the departure of Dr. Jeffrey Goh from his role as Group CEO.
Welcoming Martin to Gulf Air, Mr. Taqi highlighted his distinguished career in airline leadership and his extensive experience in transformation programs, fleet modernization, and sustainable growth.
He expressed confidence in Martin’s ability to advance the national carrier, enhance competitiveness, strengthen corporate culture, expand the global network, and improve operational performance, thereby further solidifying Gulf Air’s position as a proud representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain on the international stage.
Mr. Taqi also expressed his appreciation to Dr. Goh for his dedication and achievements, particularly in guiding Gulf Air Group through the post-COVID-19 recovery.
He commended Dr. Goh’s pivotal role in implementing strategies that improved efficiency and reinforced resilience while maintaining service quality and supporting employee development.
Commenting on his appointment, Martin said: “I am honored to join Gulf Air as CEO. The airline has a rich legacy as Bahrain’s national carrier, and I look forward to working with the team to build on this strong foundation.
“Together, we will continue Gulf Air’s transformation journey and enhance its competitiveness regionally and globally.”
Reflecting on his tenure, Dr. Goh said: “It has been a great honor to lead Gulf Air Group during this pivotal phase of its journey.
“I am grateful to the Board, employees, and all our partners for their tremendous support during my tenure as Group CEO.
“Together, we faced exceptional challenges and advanced the Group’s transformation toward the future. Gulf Air Group has a proud legacy that positions it for continued growth and success.”
