Willie Walsh takes charge as IndiGo's new CEO, succeeds Pieter Elbers

Willie Walsh has assumed charge as IndiGo CEO to lead its global growth and operational excellence.

Willie Walsh on Monday took over as IndiGo CEO with a focus on accelerating its global growth trajectory, driving operational excellence, and strengthening network and commercial strategy

The appointment of Walsh was announced on March 31, less than 3 weeks after the sudden exit of Pieter Elbers against the backdrop of massive operational disruptions at airline in December last year

Willie Walsh has held leadership positions at several respected aviation organisations including CEO of British Airways (2005-2011), CEO of International Airlines Group (2011- 2020)