Norse Atlantic Airways has announced that Charles Duncan will be the airline's new president. The airline has selected Duncan as he has filled similar roles in other successful airlines and has built a track record of success. It hopes he will be a great fit as the airline pushes forward with its expansion plans. With this new position, Duncan will fill a significant role for the growing airline.
Newly appointed president
The appointment of Duncan as the new president comes during a crucial period for the low-cost long-haul carrier, as these early years lay the foundations for its growth and future network. The airline's CEO, Bjorn Tore Larsen, has shared how Duncan will become a great asset to the airline as he will help lead it through this period of rapid expansion. Larsen stated,
"I am very pleased to welcome Charles Duncan to Norse Atlantic Airways. His extensive industry experience will further strengthen the senior leadership of the company as we continue to ramp up for our summer 2023 schedule and look ahead to winter 2023 and beyond. I look forward to working closely with Charles as we continue to focus on profitability by year end by continuing to build a robust network and organisational structure,"
The feeling of excitement of the appointment is mutual, as Duncan has shared enthusiasm, commenting,
"Norse Atlantic Airways is on track to become the first successful low-cost long haul-airline and I am very pleased to be joining at this important stage in the company's growth. The journey to reach the full potential of Norse Atlantic's business model is well under away and I look forward to being part of this dynamic and agile company"
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Hearty resume
The airline has made it clear that for this role, it has chosen the candidate it feels is most qualified to help lead the airline and its team toward a successful future. Duncan has built credibility throughout the airline industry over the past two and a half decades as he has held senior executive roles in various airlines, including Continental Airlines, United Airlines, WestJet, and Swoop.
At every one of these airlines, he has held a senior executive position, has managed to improve operations, and has proven himself a great leader. With these airlines targeting different portions of the air transit market, Duncan has acquired valuable experience in a range of areas. With United, he has learned to manage international and domestic, short, medium, and long-haul operations in the cutthroat world that is the US air transit industry. At WestJet, he learned to manage and lead an airline in the Canadian industry. At Swoop, he learned how budget carriers operate.
The combination of knowledge and skills gained at these airlines has prepared Duncan for his new role at Norse Atlantic. Throughout his career, Duncan has built a legacy of improvement. With a strong track record and hearty resume, Norse Atlantic has found that Duncan will make a great fit.
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