Qantas has named Jetstar CEO Bruce Buchanan as the airline’s group chief executive.
He will continue to oversee the Jetstar brands, with a focus on driving expansion into new markets.
David Hall, currently group executive corporate services and technology at Qantas, has been named CEO for Jetstar Australia and New Zealand.
He will be responsible for flying operations, airports, pilots, cabin crew, engineering, safety and technical programs, including the introduction of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to the Qantas Group fleet.
“With Qantas and Jetstar, the Qantas Group has two strong and complementary brands to ensure we are able to respond to opportunities and changing market conditions,†said Qantas chief Alan Joyce.
Chong Phit Lian, chief executive of Jetstar Asia, will have her role expanded to include responsibility for Jetstar investments and businesses in Asia, which includes responsibility for building its Singapore long-haul flying hub.
By TravelMole Australia
