OST and ANR get new CEO

The press release states his starting date as 01SEP24, whilst according to LinkedIn, he is already in these positions since JUL24. Either way, Bruno De Saegher has been appointed by EGIS (the French company operating these airports) to succeed Eric Dumas as the new CEO of Antwerp Airport and Ostend-Bruges Airport. Dumas, who actively shares the airports’ cargo and sustainability updates on LinkedIn, has led both airports since late 2020. The release makes no mention of Dumas’ next step, nor does it include thanks or a statement.

Bruno de Saegher is the new CEO. Image: Ostend-Bruges Airport

In addition to airport development experience (as Chairman of the Airport Development Company Flanders [LOM Flanders] since 2015), De Saegher is locally well-connected through his work as a district councilor in Berchem. “He had previously indicated that he would step down from politics after this term and would not run again in the municipal elections on 13OCT24,” the release states, also pointing out that, with this appointment, the airports once again gain a Dutch speaker as CEO. One who has “in-depth knowledge of the dossiers and a good understanding of the socio-economic situation and societal sensitivities surrounding the airports.” De Saegher has an interesting career history which includes roles in regional transport provider De Lijn, tunnels and infrastructural engineering, clay products, consultancy, and the Belgian Airforce. He holds degrees in Physics and Business Administration. According to the release. “[De Saegher’s] appointment comes at a strategic time, right after the granting of a new environmental permit for Antwerp Airport and during the advanced stage of the application for Ostend-Bruges Airport. The new CEO has an immediate prospect to implement the new environmental permit and build on the future development of both airports.”

Bruno De Saegher stated: “I look forward to working with my colleagues and all involved parties on the further development of Antwerp Airport and Ostend-Bruges Airport. Both airports have great potential and are essential for supporting the economy. I am confident that we can develop the airports in a sustainably responsible manner.”

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