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BackJan 19, 2026
Date of change 19 Jan 2026
Name ENCIK AHMAD AL FAROUK BIN AHMAD KAMAL
Age 45
Gender Male
Nationality Malaysia
Type of change Appointment
Designation Others

Qualifications

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Qualifications
Major/Field of Study
Institute/University
Additional Information
1
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Economics
London School of Economics and Political Science
  
2
Masters
Master of Science in Finance and Economics
London School of Economics and Political Science
  
 
Working experience and occupation En. Ahmad Al Farouk bin Ahmad Kamal ("En. Farouk") joined the AirAsia Aviation Group as Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") (Corporate), effective 8 January 2024. His key priorities are to lead the Corporate portfolio, covering Finance, Corporate Finance, Aircraft Leasing, Legal, Investor Relations, and Strategy. He also provides oversight of Internal Audit and Risk Management for the Aviation Group.

In his expanded role as Deputy Group CEO, AirAsia X Berhad, he will also oversee the Group's Operations function.

En. Farouk has over 20 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, equity research, and equity trading. He has worked at leading global financial institutions including Deutsche Bank, J.P. Morgan, and Credit Suisse. Prior to joining AirAsia, he served as CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Urusharta Jamaah, a Government-Linked Investment Company (GLIC), where he was responsible for managing and rehabilitating assets valued at over RM10 billion.
Directorships in public companies and listed issuers (if any) Nil
Family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the listed issuer Nil
Any conflict of interests that he/she has with the listed issuer Nil
Details of any interest in the securities of the listed issuer or its subsidiaries Nil

 


Remarks :
En. Ahmad Al Farouk bin Ahmad Kamal was appointed as the Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer of AirAsia X Berhad with effect from 19 January 2026.

 

Announcement Info

Company Name AIRASIA X BERHAD
Stock Name AAX
Date Announced 19 Jan 2026
Category Change in Principal Officer
Reference Number C04-14112025-00005