DHAKA: Managing Director, also CEO, Kevin Steele on Sunday categorically said Biman Bangladesh Airlines would not be viable and profitable in 2013-2014 as per the national flag carrier will see a loss around Tk 80 crore.

The chief executive officer of Biman came up with the observation after a press briefing at ‘BALAKA’ Bhaban in the city.

Kevin, meanwhile, expressed his determination to make the organization a profitable one in 2014-1015 FY.

Regarding his success as a CEO, he said, a total of 67.4 percent ‘Biman’ flight departed on time in July and the total ratio was 35 percent in last year.

However, the state-run airline had been perceived financial losses of Tk 606cr, 80cr and 199cr in last three fiscal years.

He also spoke about investigation matter on 128 kg gold bar size incident from a flight on Dubai-Dhaka and alleged Dubai airport official’s involvements.     

Kevin Steele was appointed as CEO of Biman for two years. He joined Biman on March 18, 2013.

BDST: 1825 HRS, SEP 01, 2013
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