New Delhi, March 31 India's largest airline, IndiGo, announced on Tuesday the appointment of former British Airways chief, William Walsh, as its new CEO.
Walsh, a veteran of the airline industry, is currently the Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
In a statement, IndiGo announced Walsh's appointment as CEO, subject to regulatory approvals, noting that his tenure at IATA will end on July 31 and that he is expected to join no later than August 3.
The announcement comes less than three weeks after the sudden departure of IndiGo CEO, Pieter Elbers.
Walsh, popularly known as Willie, was formerly the CEO of British Airways and IAG (International Airlines Group, a holding company that owns Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level, and Vueling).
"As we enter a new phase of transformation and growth, I am delighted to welcome Willie to IndiGo.
"He is a renowned and accomplished aviation leader, and brings a unique combination of global perspective, operational expertise in building strong, customer-focused airlines, deep industry experience, and values-driven leadership, making him exceptionally well-suited to lead IndiGo at this critical juncture of growth," IndiGo Managing Director Rahul Bhatia said.
