Transavia Names KLM’s Paul Terstegge CEO Effective Feb. 1, 2026
The hire signals a push for European expansion alongside quieter, cleaner operations under his leadership.
Overview
- Terstegge will succeed Marcel de Nooijer, who is departing after six years as chief executive.
- He currently serves as Executive Vice President Inflight Services at KLM, following senior roles across the Air France–KLM Group in Paris, abroad, and in commercial posts.
- Transavia says the leadership change supports targeted growth, a larger European network, and a transition to a quieter, cleaner operation.
- The airline also highlights priorities to improve the passenger experience, safeguard operational reliability, and sharpen its business model.
- Supervisory Board chair Jenny Elissen praised his experience and leadership style, and Terstegge cited an open culture with goals to foster innovation and keep travel affordable.