Thai Airways board removes CEO Chai Eamsiri amid Suvarnabhumi flood disruptions
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- Thai Airways International’s board dismissed chief executive Chai Eamsiri on October 2 and named Samrit Samniang as full‑time acting CEO.
- The airline faced persistent operational failures after severe floods, including dozens of flight cancellations, a suspension of cargo operations, and staff unable to reach Suvarnabhumi Airport, which led to massive baggage backlogs that required Air Force assistance; the board cited flight delays and baggage handling breakdowns, with more than 10,000 bags piled up and a pledge to clear over 5,000 bags.
- Thai Airways said it intended to resume its full schedule on Saturday following the disruptions.
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