Aegean Airlines announces leadership transition as CEO Dimitris Gerogiannis steps down

On October 12, 2026, Aegean Airlines announced a major leadership change, marking the end of a 20-year tenure for CEO Dimitris Gerogiannis. A founding member of the airline since its inception in 1999, Gerogiannis will transition to the role of Management Consultant, where he will oversee the company's Technical Base and Training Center, which are identified as key pillars for the group's future development.

Michalis Kouveliotis has been appointed as the new CEO effective immediately. Kouveliotis has a long history with the company, having served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) prior to its listing on the Athens Stock Exchange. Since early 2025, he has acted as Deputy CEO, overseeing the coordination of the airline's departments to ensure a smooth administrative succession. Aegean Chairman Eftichios Vassilakis praised the outgoing CEO for his contributions to the company's service quality and internal meritocracy.