Virgin Atlantic former chief joins Stansted
Virgin Atlantic’s former chief operating officer Steve Griffiths has joined Stansted airport in the same role.
He was most recently chief operating officer for London Underground at Transport for London.
He will be responsible for the day to day leadership of the airport, which is undergoing its biggest every capital programme.
Joining on October 15, he will replace Brad Miller, who will take up the role of chief of staff at Stansted’s parent company, Manchester Airports Group.
Griffiths will report to chief executive Ken O’Toole who said: "Steve joins London Stansted at the most exciting period in our history – we are the fastest growing major airport in the UK, have just embarked on a transformational £600 million construction programme and continue to attract new airlines, and support the growth of existing partners, to serve the vibrant London market and burgeoning Eastern England region.
"Steve has a wealth of experience with particular strengths in customer service, safety, operational excellence and the management of diverse stakeholder relationships. I am confident that Steve will bring the energy and experience required to build on the great foundations that exist at Stansted and I look forward to working with him as the airport continues its upward trajectory."
"I would also like to thank Brad for his time at Stansted. He has been a very popular figure here and through his considerable knowledge of the business and its people, has had made a significant impact to our culture and the way in which we, and our partners across the airport, operate as one team."
Linsey McNeill
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