Philippines AirAsia has announced the appointment of Joseph Omar Castillo as its new chief executive officer.
Castillo, who joined the firm earlier this year, replaces Marianne Hontiveros at the helm - having held the role since 2014.
In a previous role, Castillo was the head of the transport and business process outsourcing practices of the Puyat, Jacinto, and Santos Law firm. He has over a decade of experience in the areas of infrastructure, labour relations, contact support, and immigration; and in corporate matters.
Commenting on the appointment, AirAsia Group executive chairman Datuk Kamarudin Meranun said: "This is a period of exciting growth for AirAsia.
“Atty Castillo brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision to the airline business, and we are confident that the company will continue to thrive under his leadership."
He thanked Hontiveros who, he noted, “pioneered AirAsia in the Philippines as CEO in 2011 with only two aircraft.”