Fred Olsen Travel Group appoints two commercial and product managers

Fred Olsen Travel Group has announced two senior appointments to its commercial and product development team.

Nathan Emtage joins the company in the role, bringing more than 12 years of experience across the cruise and travel sectors.

He has previously held senior positions at Seabourn, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Cruise 1st. Most recently, he was senior commercial manager at Real Response Media.

In his new position, Emtage will focus on expanding the group’s preferred partner strategy and enhancing its overall product offering.

Alongside the appointment, Natasha Chaplin has been promoted to the same role of commercial and product manager.

Chaplin has spent the past two years as the company’s commercial executive, having been a luxury cruise consultant prior to that.

The company said Chaplin’s promotion “reflects her continued growth and commitment as well as the value she brings to the wider team”.

The dual appointments are designed to strengthen the company’s commercial leadership, drive strategy and support preferred business partners and suppliers.

Tracy Clenshaw, head of commercial at Fred Olsen Travel Group, said: “Strengthening our commercial team has been a key priority, and I’m thrilled to welcome Nathan and to see Natasha step into her new role.

“Their combined experience, passion and industry knowledge will play a vital role in accelerating our commercial performance and enhancing the products we deliver for our customers and partners.

“These appointments mark an exciting step forward as we continue to invest in our people, our partnerships and the future growth of the Fred Olsen Travel Group.”