Jon Bridge will take over at the helm at Cardiff Airport on 3 November and will succeed Justin Birns who stepped down earlier this year in March.
Since Birns’ departure, Andy Jones has been serving as interim CEO at the gateway to Wales. He will return to his position as a non-executive director on the airport’s board.
The airport, which has 38 direct air links with destinations across Europe, typically drives over GBP200 million of economic benefit to Wales annually. The airport facilitates more than 4,000 jobs across the region.
Having previously held a number of senior leadership and advisory positions, Bridge brings a wealth of experience to his new role. As CEO of SA Brain & Co he successfully steered the organisation through a period of major transformation following the global pandemic. He has also contributed at board level in an advisory capacity within the wider Welsh transport sector.
“I’m honoured to be joining Cardiff Airport at such a pivotal time,” Bridge said.
“The National Airport of Wales is a vital asset for our country, providing economic benefits, jobs and ensures global connectivity. We are striving to be the first choice for airline passengers and the centre of Wales’ aviation related industry.”
He also underlined his plans to work closely with airport team and its partners to continue “diversifying the business, drive growth, develop our people and ensure we continue to provide an excellent experience for our customers.”
