WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND: The Wellington Airport Board introduced Matt Clarke will succeed Steve Sanderson as Wellington Airport’s Chief Executive Officer efficient from 1 May 2022 with Mr Sanderson stepping down after 10 profitable years within the role.
Peter Coman, Wellington Airport’s Chair, said that with worldwide borders reopening and stability returning to the aviation industry, the Board view this as a good alternative for a smooth succession.
“Steve signalled to the Board his curiosity on this transition some months ago, after 10 years within the role as CEO. The Board believes that is the proper time for a well-managed transition from one excessive performing chief to another.”
“Steve has been an excellent CEO since taking over the reins in 2012, main the many significant investments within the Airport and delivering growth for our private and community shareholders alike. I would like to thank Steve for his management and imaginative and prescient over this period, and particularly managing the Airport through the difficult Covid period.
“In Matt we have an excellent chief to take over. We have labored closely with Matt over the final sixteen years as a senior executive within the Infratil group and we’re extremely assured that he brings the management skill and expertise wanted for the role. The Board has lengthy regarded Matt as a top-tier candidate, able to taking Wellington Airport to the subsequent level.”
Matt has over 20 years’ expertise within the airport industry having first joined Infratil’s airport team in Europe after serving because the Chief Executive of Rotorua Airport. He has been at Wellington Airport since 2010 as Chief Commercial Officer overseeing the Airport’s commercial operations and airline relationships, and has performed in key role within the strategic development of the business. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce diploma from the University of Canterbury and has accomplished post graduate research at Melbourne Business School and the New Zealand Institute of Directors.
Mr Sanderson said he was happy to make the transition with Wellington Airport well positioned to proceed delivering world-class services and welcome travellers because the world opens up.
“It has been an extraordinary 10 years main Wellington Airport through strong journey growth and investments together with the home terminal extension, our first hotel, rejuvenated terminal retail, new multi-level carpark constructing and designation for expansion to the east. The Airport has been a strong advocate for Wellington’s growth, together with supporting main occasions and tourism, and delivering on new airline partnerships.
“The final two years have introduced a brand new series of challenges responding to Covid and the impact on the journey and hospitality industry. The team at Wellington Airport has done an amazing job keeping the Airport safe and fully operational through unprecedented times.”
Mr Clarke said he’s looking forward to his new role. “As momentum begins to construct within the journey industry, it’s hard to think about a extra thrilling time to lead the talented team at our Capital city’s spectacular airport. There are many alternatives forward as we work with our airline companions to get New Zealand again on the world map and it’s a privilege to have the ability to play my part.
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