Auckland Airport appoints Richard Wilkinson as Chief Digital Officer

Auckland Airport has appointed Richard Wilkinson (Tūhoe) as Chief Digital Officer effective August 14. In the new role Wilkinson will focus on the management of the airport’s technology function and the delivery of digital innovation. Welcoming Wilkinson to the role, Carrie Hurihanganui, Chief Executive, Auckland Airport said: “Wilkinson’s proven leadership in managing change both within the digital environment and across organisational cultures will be an asset for Auckland Airport. We’re underway with a substantial, and necessary, reinvestment in our core infrastructure, which will greatly improve the experience of every customer at Auckland Airport.” Commenting on his appointment, Wilkinson said: “Digital