Etihad makes senior appointments

Etihad Airways has announced five senior appointments in operations, marketing and guest experience, as part of the progressive realignment of the business to the Etihad Aviation Group structure announced last month. The new structure marks the transition from a single entity airline to a wider global aviation group. It distinguishes the functions relating purely to Etihad Airways and those which support the growth and success of its subsidiaries, joint venture companies and equity partners. Rick Allen joins Etihad Airways from Air Canada to become Senior Vice President Operations, and will be responsible for flight operations, guest services, crew resources, operations