Batik Air has reinstated Datuk Chandran Rama Muthy as Chief Executive Officer effective from February 1, 2024, succeeding Captain Mushafiz Mustafa Bakri. Datuk Chandran previously served as the airline's inaugural CEO from 2013 to August 2019 before assuming the role of Group Strategy Director at Lion Air Group. His return signifies continuity and confidence in his leadership, credited for Batik Air's strategic execution, network expansion, and service enhancements. Captain Mushafiz transitions to the role of Safety Director at Lion Air Group, concluding his 4.5-year tenure as Batik Air's CEO. The airline extends gratitude to Captain Mushafiz for his valued leadership during his tenure.