As Nadir Al Hammadi explained, Abu Dhabi Aviation
operates in the international sphere under a specific
remit;
“We are very specialised in our approach. It is not
our intention to simply enter a market and compete
against domestic providers of similar services. Our
expertise in the maintenance, servicing, leasing and
operating of helicopters and fixed wing aircraft for
mission-specific goals on the part of private partners
means that we can provide a tailored service to select
strategic partners where there is a mutual interest
in working together. Our approach is therefore, to
establish strategic alliances internationally with a
limited number of organisations, whose interests
coincide with our own, and who are in a position to
benefit from the kind of bespoke logistical support
that we can provide.”
The fact that the Red Crescent is a recipient of the
company’s support demonstrates that corporate
social responsibility is also a priority for Abu Dhabi
Aviation. Additionally, a Government-subsidized
programme that provides regular flights for those
living on Abu Dhabi’s outlying islands underscores
the social function of the company.
“When it comes to good management”, mused Al
Hammadi, “there are three elements that must be
considered when taking any decision; the customers,
the employees and of course, the shareholders. Good
management is to play a fair role in balancing the
interests of all three. A fine balance in this respect can
be maintained by being transparent.”
Nadir Al Hammadi is, like most of the Emirate’s
managing directors, very positive about the
Government’s Abu Dhabi Vision 2030 and the
clarity of outlook that it has brought to the business
environment.
“When the Government asserts that it is to do
something, it is done. They mean what they say.
Vision 2030 is a long-term strategy that has been
established from the top. We now have the desirable
situation of having everyone from the bottom up,
working to fulfil their part of the Vision. There is
no conflict; there is only a clear road to the future.
Having laid this foundation for the future, much
opportunity has been created. Abu Dhabi is a stable
business environment in which businesses can grow
and develop. We are proud to carry the Abu Dhabi
name.”
On the subject of management, the thoughtful
managing director reflected on the balancing act so
familiar to those in his position;
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