Star Clippers has promoted Nicola Cox from key account manager to head of trade sales.
The tall-ship cruise line, represented in the UK by general sales agent Fred Olsen Travel, said her new role takes effect from October 14.
She replaces the former head of trade sales, Danielle Bates, who is moving to Fred Holidays – the UK general sales agent for Lindblad Expeditions – as UK head of sales for the expedition cruise line.
Cox has 34 years of experience within the travel industry, with the last six spent at Star Clippers, most recently operating key account manager.
She said: “There has never been a more exciting time to represent a brand in the niche cruising sector, and as a team we are committed to ensuring the trade is educated on our unique product.
“This promotion will enable me to put new ideas and initiatives into practice, whilst further strengthening our already cemented trade relationships.”
Fay McCormack, general manager of Star Clippers’ UK GSA, said: “Over the last six years, she has proven herself as an integral, committed and highly motivated member of the Star Clippers team.
“Nicola’s extensive travel industry experience has already allowed us to take our trade business relationships to new heights, and this appointment will open new doors and opportunities to elevate our agent relationships further.”