Turkish Airlines announced the appointment of Rafet Alper Ozen as General Manager of the global carrier's operations in Dubai and Northern Emirates. Ozen will be responsible for developing the business strategy for Turkish Airlines specifically for Dubai and Northern Emirates, and further strengthening the growth recorded by the airline. Starting his career with Turkish Airlines in 2008 as a Marketing and Sales Specialist for the Middle East Region, Ozen has held various positions with Turkey's national carrier over the last six years.