Virgin Atlantic Appoints Corneel Koster as New CEO
Corneel Koster will become Virgin Atlantic's next Chief Executive Officer, replacing Shai Weiss who has been in the role for seven years.
Weiss led the carrier through the COVID-19 pandemic and oversaw major restructuring, and will stand down at the end of this year.
Koster, with over three decades of experience in the aviation sector, will take up the role on January 1, 2026.
I've long held a very special place in my heart for Virgin Atlantic, so it's an incredible privilege to take up the role of CEO.
Koster has a significant history with Virgin Atlantic, having rejoined the airline in 2019 as a board member and Chief Customer Officer, and previously serving as Director of Operations and Security from 2010 to 2013.
Author's summary: Corneel Koster appointed as new CEO of Virgin Atlantic.