Jet Airways has announced the appointment of Vinay Dube as its chief executive officer (CEO). Dube’s appointment has been approved by the Jet Airways board of directors in a meeting. The appointment is subject to receipt of all requisite government /regulatory approvals, including his security clearance. With close to three decades of global business experience, Dube has a track record of business restructuring at large, complex, multi-national organisations. He has lived and worked in the US, Europe and Asia.
Dube is currently senior vice president – Asia Pacific with Delta Air Lines. He previously served as vice president – alliances and industry affairs responsible for Delta’s participation in SkyTeam and Delta’s partner and industry relations. Prior to that, Dube served as Delta’s vice president and chief information officer and CEO of Delta Technology. Dube began his career with American Airlines as an operations research analyst.
Naresh Goyal, chairman, Jet Airways, said, “I am delighted that Vinay Dube will be joining Jet Airways as its CEO. An Indian American, Vinay brings an enviable combination of smart and sharp mindset with global exposure to industry best practices. I am sure Jet Airways will gain substantially from his wealth of experience and industry insight. I personally look forward to Vinay providing leadership to the entire Jet Airways team.”
Dube commented, “I feel honoured to have been entrusted with this extremely crucial role at Jet Airways which is a globally reputed airline and a true beacon brand espousing key Indian values of service and hospitality. I look forward to meet the organisation’s business objectives and deepening the relationship with its strategic partner Etihad Airways, in my effort to strengthen Jet Airways’ illustrious legacy as India’s largest premium international carrier that is ready for its next phase of growth.”
