Lucio Tan Takes Back PAL Management

16 July 2019

Philippine Airlines (PAL) owner Lucio Tan has taken back management control as he appointed himself interim President of his airline after retirement of Jaime J. bautista.

The assumption of office came after the airline reported demoralized workforce due to sudden change of management.

According to the airline, Tan will serve as president immediately. He also sits as chairman on a concurrent capacity. The post of Chief Operating Officer (COO) remains vacant.

Vivienne Tan, Executive Vice President of PAL, said she will assist her father in the day to day operations of the airline.

“Our goal is to ensure an orderly and seamless transition of leadership,” Ms. Tan said pending appointment of the next President and COO.