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Air New Zealand Appoints New Chief Executive

NEW ZEALAND, JUL 29 – Nikhil Ravishankar, promoted from Chief Digital Officer, will lead Air New Zealand starting October 20, 2025, as the airline recovers from pandemic challenges and intensifies Pacific competition.

  • On July 30, 2025, Air New Zealand named Nikhil Ravishankar as their incoming CEO, set to succeed Greg Foran, who will resign in October after nearly six years leading the airline.
  • Foran announced his planned departure earlier this year, and the board conducted an extensive international search to select Ravishankar to continue the airline's momentum and renewal.
  • Ravishankar has been Air New Zealand’s Chief Digital Officer for almost five years, advancing technology, loyalty, and customer service, and previously held leadership roles at Vector New Zealand and Accenture.
  • Ravishankar expressed both excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to lead an organization with a rich history and promising future, emphasizing that the airline is centered around its people, driven by clear goals, and deeply connected to New Zealand.
  • Chair Dame Therese Walsh emphasized that Nikhil’s leadership, deeply rooted in the principles valued in New Zealand, will be instrumental in tackling ongoing issues such as climate change and financial challenges faced by the airline.
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Stuff broke the news in New Zealand on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
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