THE MIDDLE EAST’S

20. Elena Sorlini

Company: Abu Dhabi Airports
Title: Managing Director & CEO
Nationality: Italian
Sector: Travel and Tourism

Sorlini has over 20 years of experience in the aviation industry and joined ADQ in 2021. In Q3 2023, nearly six million passengers traveled through Abu Dhabi International Airport, an increase of 29.3% compared to the same period in 2022. Connectivity also expanded significantly, with 119 destinations served from Abu Dhabi International Airport by 24 airlines. Sorlini is also a member of the boards at Abu Dhabi Airports, Etihad Aviation Group, Abu Dhabi Aviation, and ADQ Aviation and Aerospace Services.