AGS Airports has confirmed the internal appointment of Gavin Williams as Managing Director - Operations of Glasgow Airport.
Reporting directly to AGS’ Chief Operating Officer, Ronald Leitch, Gavin will assume his new role on 1 January 2026, joining from Southampton Airport where he has held the position of Managing Director - Operations since February 2024.
Prior to joining AGS, Gavin spent five years with the Manchester Airports Group (MAG), where he held various operational roles at East Midlands, London Stansted and Manchester airports.
Ronald Leitch, Chief Operating Officer at AGS, said: “During his time at Southampton, Gavin has demonstrated strong leadership, overseeing passenger growth and the addition of a host of new routes.
“He will join Glasgow at what will be a pivotal moment in its development as we embark on our ambitious terminal transformation and expansion programme. This will see us deliver best in class operational and retail facilities for the millions of passengers who travel through our airport, and I am looking forward to working with Gavin in the years ahead.”
Commenting on his appointment, Gavin said: “This is an exciting time for Glasgow Airport, and I am relishing the opportunity of leading the team as we undertake what will be the largest capital investment programme in the airport’s history.”
The process of recruiting Gavin’s replacement is underway.
AGS was acquired by one of the world's leading private airport operators, AviAlliance, earlier this year who subsequently announced plans to invest £350 million in the future growth and decarbonisation of AGS over the course of the next five years.
In addition to the comprehensive transformation of Glasgow Airport’s main terminal building, AGS will also direct investment into airfield infrastructure and energy efficiency initiatives. Not only will this significantly enhance the passenger experience, it will also ensure the airport is equipped to meet the growing and future demand from both customers and airline partners.