Former Qantas exec to lead Tiger

 Former Qantas executive of strategy and innovation, Rob Sharp, has been appointed to run Tiger Airways Australia, replacing former chief executive, Andrew David.

Effective 1 May 2013, Mr Sharp joins the low-cost carrier with up to 15 years experience as a senior aviation executive with Qantas Airways.

Tiger Airways Group chief executive Koay Peng Yen said with Mr Sharp in the chief's seat the carrier the airline can expect “positive results”.

Mr Sharp joins the airline as it moves closer to completing a new joint venture, which will see Virgin Australia acquire 60 percent of existing Tiger Australia shares.

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