Dr Kostas Iatrou, CEO of ATN – Air Transport News & Director General of Hermes – Air Transport Organisation presenting the award said: “Air transport and tourism and structurally interdependent and there is a close collaboration between the two industries. Tourism is vital for many countries including my country Greece. It is important to recognise those organisations, companies and leaders that contribute over this direction.”
The winners are:
Connectivity Award: Jet2.com
Corporate Award: Aegean Airlines
Organisation Award: A4E
Leader Award: Carlos Muñoz, Founder and CEO, Volotea
"I’m extremely happy, and at the same time humbled, by this recognition from ATN - Air Transport News. I must say that the 20 years I have been running Airlines, have literally flown by, as in a very fast jet! It’s a very enjoyable industry, with a lot of smart, fun, driven and idealistic people, and I have been very fortunate to lead two projects, at Volotea, and before at Vueling, with many such individuals.
We do something important for a lot of Europeans, connecting families, connecting places, and generating lots of good jobs and wealth in our continent, also bringing cultural barriers down – an Erasmus in the Air, if I may. Long live the Aviation industry, and the many positive social externalities it brings!
And looking forward, I consider myself still young, so I hope to make further merits to justify this generous recognition on your part today.
Efharisto Poli! Many thanks!” said Carlos Muñoz, Founder and CEO, Volotea
Ourania Georgoutsakou, Managing Director, A4E: ”On behalf of A4E, I’m delighted to accept this award that acknowledges the hard work of our members and team. European airlines are a crucial cog in the social and economic fabric of Europe. They bring together millions of Europeans each and every year connecting people, places and businesses. As the leading voice of European airlines, A4E will continue to strive for an airline industry that is connected, dependable, modern, more sustainable and available to all.”
Michalis Kouveliotis, CFO, Aegean Airlines & CEO, Olympic Air: “Thank you for this award! 2023 was a record year for AEGEAN. We will continue to work consistently to offer more choices to our passengers, to improve the travel experience so that the company's and the country's dynamic pace is maintained in the new year, despite the challenges”
Steve Heapy – CEO of Jet2.com & Jet2holidays. “We are absolutely delighted to have won the prestigious ‘Connectivity’ award which recognises Jet2.com’s strength and success in Greece, as well our industry-leading approach to supporting and working with airport and destination partners right across this wonderful country. This accolade is outstanding evidence of the success of our business, our relentless focus on customer service, and our continued commitment to building long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships with airports and destinations across Greece.”
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