Air India board meets to discuss incoming CEO’s salary, other matters
Air India's board is meeting to finalize the salary structure for incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam as Campbell Wilson prepares to step down. The airline is currently navigating a period of transformation following significant operational challenges and a major accident last year.
Why it matters
Leadership transitions at a major national carrier are critical for the airline's recovery and its ability to manage safety and operational efficiency under Tata Group ownership.
Air India's board of directors are meeting in the city on Tuesday (September 15, 2026) as the airline is set to see the CEO transition, with former Ethiopian Airlines Group chief Tewolde Gebremariam expected to formally take charge later this month.
At the board meeting chaired by N. Chandrasekaran, who is the Chairman of Tata Sons, various matters, including the salary structure of the incoming CEO, are expected to be discussed, according to sources.
Campbell Wilson, the MD and CEO of Air India, will be stepping down from his role this month.
Apart from Mr. Chandrasekaran and Mr. Wilson, there are five other board members -- Sanjiv Mehta, Alice G. Vaidyan and P.R. Ramesh are the independent directors, while P.B. Balaji and Goh Choon Phong are the non-executive non-independent directors.
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