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Wellington Airport announces new CEO
17 October 2011
Wellington Airport announces
new CEO
Wellington Airport is pleased to announce Steve Sanderson as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Steve Sanderson has been the Chief Executive Officer for Queenstown Airport since May 2007.
"After an international search, we welcome Steve as the Airport's CEO. His extensive background in infrastructure businesses and at Queenstown Airport will be a great asset to the Airport as it moves to deliver on its plans for future growth" said David Newman, Wellington Airport's Chairman.
Mr Sanderson's career has predominately been in infrastructure businesses including General Manager NZ/Australia at Powerco Limited, and General Manager at Lyttelton Port Company. He is also currently a Director of Pioneer Generation. Prior to Queenstown Airport, Mr Sanderson was the CEO for Dynamic Controls, the world's largest designer and manufacture of wheelchair controllers.
"I am really looking forward to joining the Wellington team. With passenger numbers at Wellington Airport doubling from 5 to 10 million over the next 20 years there are great opportunities, especially the challenge to enhance international connectivity and further Wellington Airport's contribution to NZ inc. and the regional economy," said Steve Sanderson.
Mr Sanderson will commence in the
role of Chief Executive Officer for Wellington Airport in
the New
Year.
ends
Wellington Airport
Wild at Heart
Wellington Airport provides a world class airport for visitors, the Wellington region and New Zealand. It's international terminal, The Rock, is ranked 4th best in the World. Being very close to the CBD saves 5.4 million travellers plenty of time and makes Wellington a more attractive place to visit. The Airport won the Wellington Gold Awards for Safety and is a major supporter of local events, attractions and community groups.
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