Tony Douglas rumoured to be joining RIA

Etihad CEO, Tony Douglas, is reported by Arabian Business to have accepted an offer to join RIA, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier as the Head of the Board of Directors. Other sources suggest that many other senior executives from Etihad are expected to follow suit. Consulting firm Korn Ferry has been assigned to find a replacement for Douglas, as per sources. It is further reported that Douglas has informed Etihad’s shareholders of his decision, but has agreed to stay on until a replacement is found. An Etihad spokesperson told Arabian Business that: “Etihad doesn’t comment on rumour or speculation.” Airline