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New Malaysia Airlines CEO impresses with micromanaging ways

Mr Mueller's meticulous nature is seen as key asset for ailing carrier

Published Sun, May 31, 2015 · 09:50 PM
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NEW CEO Christoph Mueller's plans for troubled Malaysia Airlines - including a new brand, a smaller fleet and one third less staff - are widely seen as a promising blueprint for a fresh start.

The 52-year-old German has successfully restructured Ireland's state-backed Aer Lingus and spearheaded a revamp at Lufthansa. He has also already impressed in his new job with his micromanaging ways, according to one long-time Malaysia Airlines executive.

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