Emerald Airlines, Ireland's newest airline has announced the appointment of Keith Butler as incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with effect from this March.
Mr Butler will succeed Emerald Airlines’ Founder, Conor McCarthy, who will take the position of Executive Chairman.
Mr Butler has over 15 years of experience in the industry, with his most recent role leading CAE Parc Aviation over the last 5 years in aviation-related activity.
He also held senior management positions across multiple functions at Aer Lingus.
Mr Butler was heavily involved in the Aer Lingus Transatlantic Business Model that saw Aer Lingus develop its Dublin Hub.
Emerald Airlines, the exclusive franchise partner for Aer Lingus’ Regional network, plans to transit over 250,000 passengers via Aer Lingus’ Dublin Hub during 2023.
"Keith brings unmatched experience and expertise to our business and has a proven track record as an established leader within the industry - exactly what is needed to propel Emerald Airlines to its next stage of growth," said Conor McCarthy, Executive Chairman of Emerald Airlines.
Commenting on his appointment, Mr Butler said he is delighted to be joining the team at Emerald Airlines.
"I look forward to leading the team who have delivered on Emerald’s successful start-up and building on the solid foundations that have already been established.
"In the months ahead, I will work closely with them to drive the business forward, increasing routes, passenger numbers, and profitability," he said.
Emerald Airlines exclusively operates Aer Lingus Regional flights from Dublin and Belfast City Airport, and by Summer 2023 will fly over 580 flights per week across 25 routes.
