Air New Zealand has announced that Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran has resigned and will leave the airline on 20 October 2025.

Noting that Foran had allowed a generous handover period, Air New Zealand Chair, Dame Therese noted: “This allows the Board to carry out a global search for his replacement which we will embark on immediately. The timing also allows Greg to help transition in a new leader. In the meantime, Greg will continue to lead Air New Zealand with the same dedication and energy that has defined his time with us.”

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Reflecting on his five years with the airline, Greg Foran said, “Leading Air New Zealand has been one of the greatest privileges of my career. It’s been an incredible experience alongside an exceptional team. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together and the way we’ve positioned Air New Zealand for the future.

“I am humbled by the work Air New Zealanders do every day and their extraordinary commitment to each other, our customers and our country. Despite so many issues outside of our control, we have continued to deliver improvements to our service every day and I’ll leave later this year knowing Air New Zealand’s foundations are immensely strong, and its future very bright. It has been an honour to serve our customers, our 11,500 strong team, and New Zealand. I will look back on my time here with immense pride and gratitude.”