Mark Johnston Appointed New CEO of Edinburgh Airport

Mark Johnston appointed new CEO of Edinburgh Airport

Start date of 1 October for new CEO, who succeeds Gordon Dewar.

• Mark Johnston appointed Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport.

• Mark joins from London Gatwick Airport, where he is currently Chief Operating Officer.

• Previously Managing Director of Glasgow Airport, Mark returns home to Edinburgh after two

and a half years at Gatwick.

• Gordon Dewar departs after 14 years with Edinburgh Airport, growing passenger numbers by

85% from 9 million in 2012 to almost 17 million in 2025.

Mark Johnston has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport.

Currently Chief Operating Officer at London Gatwick Airport, Mark will take up the role on 1 October,

succeeding Gordon Dewar and returning to his home city.

Well known across the aviation industry, Mark was previously Managing Director of Glasgow Airport.

He succeeds Gordon Dewar, who leaves after 14 years as Chief Executive. During his tenure, Edinburgh

Airport has experienced significant growth in passenger numbers, airlines and routes, cementing its

position as Scotland’s busiest and most connected airport.

Mark Johnston said:

"It’s been a privilege to lead the operations teams at London Gatwick for two and a half years and

deliver a world-class service to our passengers and airlines in a very challenging market. We have

continued to innovate to further optimise what is already the world’s most efficient single-runway

airport, enhancing operational performance and resilience.

“I'm incredibly proud to be appointed Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport, an airport that means a

great deal to me as someone born and raised in this fantastic city. It's also an exciting time to be joining

the airport as it embarks on the largest ever capital investment programme in its history. Its continued

growth is a testament to the strength of the highly skilled team in place, and whose reputation is

recognised across the industry. I'm looking forward to working alongside them as we continue to grow,

strengthen connectivity and play our part in supporting Scotland and the UK's economy.

"I also want to pay tribute to Gordon Dewar, who leaves behind an exceptionally strong business and

an airport that has gone from strength to strength under his leadership. He is someone I have always

respected and admired and it's a real privilege to be returning to my home city to build on that success

at Scotland's busiest airport."

Gordon Dewar, departing Chief Executive said:

"It's a bittersweet moment because it brings my own time at Edinburgh Airport closer to an end, but

I'm absolutely delighted to see someone of Mark's calibre appointed as my successor

"I've known Mark for many years and he brings a wealth of aviation experience, strong leadership
credentials and a deep understanding of Scotland's aviation market. Just as importantly, he knows
Edinburgh, understands the role this airport plays in the city's success and recognises its international
appeal.
"I have no doubt the airport will continue to thrive under his leadership, and I look forward to watching
its future success from afar and contribute regularly to its passenger numbers as a customer.”
Stewart Wingate, VINCI Airports Managing Director for the UK, on behalf of Edinburgh Airport owners
VINCI Airports and GIP said:
“We are pleased to confirm Mark as the new Chief Executive of Edinburgh Airport and to see him
continue within the VINCI Airports and GIP network.
“He has led operations at London Gatwick with distinction and brings a wealth of aviation experience
to Scotland’s busiest airport. Combined with the strength of the team in Edinburgh, he is well placed
to build on the airport’s remarkable momentum and deliver the next phase of its growth.
“We also pay tribute to Gordon Dewar for his leadership and the tremendous success achieved during
his tenure. We wish him every success for the future and look forward to welcoming him back as a
passenger.”
Background
About Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh Airport is Scotland's busiest airport and welcomed almost 17 million people in 2025 - a
record for any Scottish airport. It connects Scotland to major hubs in the UK, Europe, USA, and the
Middle and Far East, ensuring seamless connections for travellers.
Working with 39 airlines and flying to over 160 destinations with 240 routes, the airport is a major
economic driver for Scotland. A report from BiGGAR economics in 2025 found that Edinburgh Airport
generated £2.7 billion Gross Value Added (GVA) and almost 44,000 jobs in the Scottish economy.
The airport strives to build on that contribution and grow responsibly through its Greater Good
sustainability strategy, ensuring a sustainable future for aviation in Scotland and for the airport and
the people it benefits.
VINCI Airports owns a 50.01% stake in the airport, with Global Infrastructure Partners managing the
remaining 49.99%
About VINCI Airports
VINCI Airports, as the leading private airport operator in the world, manages the development and
operation of more than 70 airports located in 14 countries. VINCI Airports draws on its expertise as a
comprehensive integrator to develop, finance, build and operate airports, leveraging its investment
capability and know-how to optimise operational performance and modernise infrastructure while
bringing about their environmental transition. In 2016, VINCI Airports became the first airport
operator to commit to an international environmental strategy, setting itself the aim of reaching
zero net emissions (scope 1 and 2) across the network by 2050 while supporting its stakeholders’
transition.
For more information:
www.vinci-airports.com
About Global Infrastructure Partners
Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part of BlackRock, is a leading infrastructure investor that specialises in investing in, owning and operating some of the largest and most complex assets across the
energy, transport, digital infrastructure and water and waste management sectors. With energy
pragmatism central to our investment thesis, we are well positioned to support the global energy
transition.
GIP’s scaled platform has over $170bn in assets under management. We believe that our focus on
real infrastructure assets, combined with our deep proprietary origination network and comprehensive operational expertise, enables us to be responsible stewards of our clients’ capital and to create
positive economic impact for communities. For more information, visit www.global-infra.com