Tuesday, March 01, 2016

Former SpiceJet executive Sanjiv Kapoor joins Vistara

Former SpiceJet executive Sanjiv Kapoor today joined Vistara as its Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer.
Kapoor will be responsible for managing a wide portfolio of Vistara's commercial and planning functions, including strategy development, network planning, pricing and revenue management, sales and distribution, among others, Vistara said in a release.
Besides, he will also be responsible for in-flight services and ground operations of the carrier, it said.

Kapoor succeeds Giam Ming Toh, who is returning to Singapore Airlines on completion of his deputation with Vistara.

Tata Sons holds a majority 51% stake in Vistara - a joint venture with Singapore Airlines, which holds the remaining 49%.

"We welcome Sanjiv into the Vistara family. We are entering into a new phase of growth and Sanjiv's industry knowledge backed by rich Indian and global experience will be valuable in propelling Vistara's growth," Vistara Chief Executive Officer Phee Teik Yeoh said.

Kapoor joins Vistara with over 19 years of experience in the airline industry, in various leadership and consulting roles, it said.
01/03/16 PTI/Business Standard
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