There are rumblings in MAHB over plans to replace or curb the corporate figure’s authority in the company.

At the heart of the issue is a disagreement among key stakeholders over Mohd Shukrie.

“There are those in the corridors of power who want him replaced as GCEO. It is not clear as to why because, in his 20 months in office, he has performed excellently,” said a well-placed source.

“The board of directors has acknowledged his performance.

“This is why when a dossier on his performance was presented to them on July 2, they agreed with a recommendation for his contract to be extended for three years.”

So far, the source said, the board has resisted the push from the key stakeholder that wants Mohd Shukrie out “within months”.

This has led to an “alternative plan” that sees the creation of a managing director’s (MD) post. The MD will sit above the GCEO, effectively curbing his authority, according to the source.

“The board is firm that Mohd Shukrie must not be replaced and that he must at least be given a one-year contract extension.

“However, they are agreeable to the appointment of an MD by the key stakeholder.”

But, the source said, the key stakeholder is adamant that Mohd Shukrie must go.

“I don’t know how they will be able to justify forcing Mohd Shukrie out the door because the board has given glowing reviews of his performance and leadership.”

This, the source said, included safeguarding against a proposed takeover of the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah airport, or Subang airport, which came under scrutiny by various parties.

“Kicking him out without any justifiable reason will only raise questions and send the wrong message about MAHB stakeholders and the government,” said the source.