Hurtigruten has appointed Matthew Stuart as Sales Director for Britain, Ireland Emerging Markets, with the role starting in early April.
He is to lead trade sales strategy across selected emerging markets, working with travel partners to drive growth and strengthen relationships. He brings over 15 years of experience in touring, resort holidays and cruise sectors.
Mr Stuart joins from Celebrity Cruises, where he held the role of Strategic Account Manager for major English and Ireland partnerships.
Hayley Moore shared “We’re delighted to welcome Matthew to the team at such an exciting time for the business. His strategic mindset, commercial acumen and genuine passion for both the travel industry and our brand stood out immediately.”.
Matthew Stuart shared “I’ve admired Hurtigruten for a long time. It’s a brand with a remarkable heritage and a very clear sense of purpose and identity in the travel industry. What excites me most is the opportunity to work closely with such a talented team and travel trade partners across established and emerging markets.”
