Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2 plc, has been appointed as a Director of ABTA’s Board, taking up the position on 25th March 2021.

Jet2holidays, the UK’s second largest tour operator, has been a member of ABTA since 2009. ABTA has been a trusted travel brand for 70 years, offering advice and guidance to the travelling public, and leading the travel industry in supporting high service standards.

Steve Heapy, Chief Executive of Jet2 plc said:

“I am pleased to be joining ABTA’s Board of Directors. There has never been a time like this in travel, and ABTA has a vital role to play, both in leading a united voice for the industry and in being a trusted badge of high standards for customers. I welcome the opportunity to contribute to taking the organisation, and the industry, forward.” 

Alistair Rowland, Chair of ABTA – The Travel Association said:

“I am delighted to welcome Steve to ABTA’s Board of Directors. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of the UK travel industry and joins us at a critical time for the sector. I, the rest of the Board and ABTA’s Senior Leadership Team look forward to working with him.” 

You can read ABTA’s announcement here: https://www.abta.com/news/jet2-plc-chief-executive-joins-abtas-board