Global Airlines has appointed Liam McKay as the International Corporate Affairs Director. Mckay joins Global after ten years at London City Airport where he was the Director of Corporate Affairs at the central London hub. In his new role, Mckay will lead the development of the new airline's communications and corporate affairs team, bringing the Global story to life across its key markets, media, government relations, as well as developing the airlines overall approach to ESG, including its sustainability policy.
McKay will work alongside Global's chief executive officer across the development and implementation of its passenger journey and onboard experience.
Commenting on his appointment, McKay said: "This is a unique opportunity to inject fresh thinking into Transatlantic travel with a product I am confident passengers are going to love. Of course, it won't be easy, of course there will be significant competition, but ultimately with the team we're assembling, the partners we're bringing on board, and thanks to the leadership from James and Richard, it's a challenge we will rise to. In particular I am looking forward to building and deepening relationships with partners in the UK, USA and Europe and helping Global achieve the highest standards in sustainable travel."
Richard Stephenson, chief commercial officer, Global Airlines said: "The fact that an experienced aviation executive like Liam is joining Global is testament to our ambition to provide our passengers with the best way to fly. I am looking forward to working with him to build the best, most ambitious, team possible, and my message is simple, if you want to be part of launching a game changing airline then you should get in touch with the Global team."
During his tenure at London City Airport, Mckay helped the airport gain permission for its £500 million development programme in 2016, achieve record passenger numbers in 2019, worked with his Leadership Team colleagues on stewarding the airport through the COVID-19 crisis, and led on developing LCY's revamped ESG agenda, including its 2030 Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions.