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Long-serving ARI executive Gerry Crawford to stand down Aer Rianta International (ARI) Chief Business Development & Implementation Officer Gerry Crawford will leave the company at the end of December. Described as a ‘hugely influential figure’


in the multi-location travel retailer’s development, Crawford will leave after 31 years of distinguished service. Nuno Amaral, Chief Operations Officer,


will take on Crawford’s mandate to leverage strategic growth opportunities for ARI. Ray Hernan, CEO, ARI said: “Gerry has


been instrumental in the growth of ARI. He has consistently delivered compelling results while building and nurturing relationships internally and with our stakeholders across the world. “I would like to thank Gerry and extend our very best wishes in his future endeavours.”


Willie Walsh to become eighth IATA Director General next year Former International Airlines Group CEO Willie Walsh has been approved as the eighth Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Current Director General and CEO


Alexandre de Juniac will step down from the role on 31 March 2021. “I am honoured by the confidence placed


in me to take on the responsibilities of IATA Director General,” said Walsh. “IATA must be a forceful advocate for the industry – moving forward crisis recovery priorities, ensuring sustainability and helping airlines to survive by lowering costs, reducing taxes and eliminating regulatory blockers to success.”


Lousada is Quintessential Brands Chief Exec in leadership shakeup James Lousada has been announced as the Chief Executive of Quintessential Brands Group amid several leadership changes. Rob Curteis, former Global Marketing


Director for the company’s gin portfolio, takes on the role of Group Marketing Director, a role which also sees him join the company’s Senior Executive Team. Meanwhile, Russell Kirkham, previously


the company’s UK Marketing Director, becomes Customer Marketing Director UK & EMEA. Under the leadership of Lousada,


Quintessential Brands is aiming to build on its success to date in the UK, where it has risen to become the number two spirits supplier to the off-trade.


Ashish Chopra named new CEO at Delhi Duty Free Services Aer Rianta International has confirmed the appointment of Ashish Chopra as the new Chief Executive of Delhi Duty Free Services (DDFS). Chopra, currently Deputy CEO, replaces


Philip Eckles, who stepped down as CEO on 5 December. Having joined DDFS as Head of Purchasing


in 2013, Chopra ascended to Chief Operating Officer in April 2017 before rising to Deputy CEO in September 2019.


DECEMBER 2020


Tanja Dik set to depart Royal Schiphol Group after five years Royal Schiphol Group Director Consumer Products & Services Tanja Dik is to leave the company after five years to pursue new opportunities. Dik is responsible for retail, food and


beverage, parking and mobility, premium services and media. “Just like the rest of the world, we are


currently facing a situation full of challenges and reconsiderations,” she said. “Within Schiphol, we have taken the decision to redesign the organisation.” Praising Dik’s contribution, Birgit Otto,


COO, Royal Schiphol Group added: “Tanja leaves a professional and strong team with whom she introduced several new concepts and innovations.”


Jost Lammers re-elected ACI Europe President for second term ACI Europe has elected Munich Airport President and CEO Jost Lammers as association President for a second term. Lammers’ appointment was confirmed


during a virtual meeting as part of ACI Europe’s 30th Annual Congress and General Assembly. Lammers said: “There has never been


a more challenging time for the airport industry and the role played by ACI Europe has never been more important. “As the single voice of Europe’s airports,


it has worked strenuously since the start of the pandemic to support its members and business partners and chart a path towards a recovery despite the uncertain road ahead.”


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