Air India: Nipun Aggarwal Steps In as New Board Chairman
Company - People | Apr 23, 2025 | EIN
The current chairman of Air India, Campbell Wilson, has stepped down, handing over the position to Nipun Aggarwal, Air India's Chief Commercial Officer. Aggarwal is set to combine his existing role with his new responsibilities on the board, aiming to enhance commercial coordination between Air India's Full-Service and Low-Cost airlines under the Tata Group. Wilson's departure occurs as foundational structural work is reportedly complete, transitioning the focus towards optimizing fleet, network, sales, distribution, and customer loyalty assets.
Sectors
- Aviation
- Corporate Governance
Geography
- India – Air India is an Indian airline, and the leadership changes discussed occur within this geographical context.
Industry
- Aviation – The article discusses management changes at Air India, which is part of the aviation industry.
- Corporate Governance – The change in leadership at the board level reflects aspects of corporate governance within the Tata Group’s airline operations.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air India | Target company | Company | Air India is a major Indian airline and part of the Tata Group. |
| Tata Group | Holding company | Company | Tata Group is an Indian multinational conglomerate that owns Air India. |
| Campbell Wilson | Outgoing Chairman | Person | Previously served as Chairman of Air India. |
| Nipun Aggarwal | Incoming Chairman | Person | Chief Commercial Officer of Air India, now assuming the role of Board Chairman. |