The former finance director for the Caledonian Sleeper rail operation is to join Loganair.
Chris Gemmell takes up the position as as chief financial officer for the Glasgow-based regional airline on March 1.
He will take over from David Bowden, who has taken up a new post outside the aviation industry which has allowed him to work closer to home in Cheshire.
Gemmell will lead the finance, HR and IT functions across the airline.
His background includes roles in Serco’s transport and healthcare divisions and began his career with Clydesdale Bank, now Virgin Money, which has a long-standing relationship with Loganair.
Chief executive Jonathan Hinkles said: “We’re delighted to welcome Chris to the Loganair team, and very much look forward to him taking up the post in March.
“He joins at an exciting time as we work to maximise the benefits from the imminent completion of Loganair’s fleet renewal programme, setting up the airline for the next generation.”
Gemmell added: “I’m delighted to be joining Loganair as CFO and to be moving into the airline industry with such an iconic brand. I very much look forward to working with the team to drive continued success into the future.”