EasyJet poaches top Ryanair exec; revenue increases in Q2 2019 results

EasyJet has poached a top executive from its main rival, Ryanair. Peter Bellew announced a week ago that he was leaving the Irish airline, where he is chief operations officer. Bellew, who is credited with turning the fortunes of Ryanair around, is set to join Easyet in the corresponding role – as chief operating officer. His new boss, easyJet’s chief executive Johan Lundgren, said: “Peter has an exceptional level of experience across commercial and operational roles in both low-cost and full-service airlines and is a great leader with a proven track record in delivering results. “I believe we have secured