Leeds Bradford airport (LBA) has appointed former Carnival UK chief executive David Noyes as chair, effective April 1.
Noyes has been tasked with overseeing the execution of the airport’s infrastructure and growth strategy.
The former chief of P&O Cruises and Cunard’s parent company has more than 35 years of travel industry experience having worked extensively in aviation, travel management and cruise.
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He will replace Andy Clarke who is stepping down after four years in the role.
Noyes said: “The airport has an exciting development agenda and I look forward to leading the creation of an outstanding airport, connecting Yorkshire to the world.”
Clarke said: “I am delighted to have been associated with the airport for the last four years. Yorkshire is an important part of my heritage and I have been proud to work towards creating the airport that Yorkshire deserves.
“We now have a strong management team in place to continue that journey as the focus turns more towards infrastructure development and sustainable growth.”
Chief executive Vincent Hodder said: “We thank Andy for his services to LBA and for the legacy he leaves, delivering a strong commercial outlook and returning the airport to pre-pandemic levels.
“LBA is embarking on an exciting period of development as we look to enhance our passenger experience and move towards a net zero future.
“David will be crucial in supporting us to achieve those ambitions. We look forward to welcoming him and collaborating to make LBA the outstanding, modern regional airport our passengers deserve.”