Governance and Management
Mission
- To contribute to meeting Switzerland's demand for air travel as a national airport and to meet the region's needs in a sustainable manner.
- To provide optimal conditions of safety, efficiency and comfort for its users in a sustainable manner.
- To manage and operate the airport facility by providing efficient infrastructure and services.
Legal Framework
Genève Aéroport is an autonomous public institution defined by the Law on the International Airport of Geneva and its implementing regulations. Similarly, its operation is governed by Operating Rules.
The airport upholds the importance of a regional dimension adapted to environment challenges, land use planning, land mobility and economic dynamics through an Objectives Agreement that binds it to the Canton of Geneva.
Its activities are also subject to the control of the Confederation and more particularly of the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) which has adopted the sheet of the Sectoral Aviation Infrastructure Plan concerning the airport (SAIP sheet). Published at the end of 2018, this document is essential for the planning of Genève Aéroport’s development over the upcoming fifteen years.
Board of Directors
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President of the board
Members appointed by the Grand council
- Ms Céline Amaudruz (UDC)
- M. Denis Chiaradonna (S)
- M. Lulzim Jahiu (MCG)
- Mme Caroline Monod (Ve)
- M. Patrick Schmied (LC)
- M. Philippe Schwarm (PLR)
- Ms Rebecca Stevens Alder (LJS)
Members appointed by the council of State
- Ms Corinne Momal-Vanian
- Ms Birgit Sambeth
- Ms Virginie Van Doorn
- M. Stanislas Zuin
Members appointed from among their number by the administrative councils of the two Geneva municipalities on whose territory the noise zones of the airport platform extend, appointed by the State Council
- M. Willy Cretegny
- M. Bernard Taschini
Member appointed by the administrative council of Grand-Saconnex
Member appointed by the administrative council of Meyrin
Members appointed by the council of state, on the proposal of the conference of ministers of economy western Switzerland
- Ms Marie De Freminville
- M. David Pignolet
Member appointed by the council of state, on the proposal of the presidents of the general councils of the neighbouring french departments.
Representative appointed by the council of State
- Ms Emanuela Dose Sarfatis
Members elected by the institution's employees
- Mme Cécile Baptiste-David
- M. Thierry Mellina-Bares
- M. Nicolas Vuille
Commissions:
- CdD : Conseil de direction
- CDA : Commission Développement et Aéroportuaire
- CI : Commission Infrastructures
- CARH : Commission Administration et Ressources humaines
- CAF : Commission Audit et Finances
Allocation
- 1 member of each party represented in the Grand Council
- 5 members appointed by the Council of State
- 1 member of the Administrative Council of the commune of Grand-Saconnex
- 1 member of the Administrative Council of the commune of Meyrin
- 2 members appointed by the Council of State, on a proposal from the Conference of the Heads of Departments of Public Economy of Western Switzerland
- 1 member designated by the Council of State, on a proposal from the chairmen of the General Councils of the neighbouring French departments
- 3 members elected by the staff of the institution.
- 2 members appointed from among their number by the administrative councils of the two Geneva municipalities in whose territory the noise zones of the airport platform extend, appointed by the State Council
The composition of the Board of Directors, with representatives of the political world and civil society with varied skills, ensures a democratic and balanced management of Genève Aéroport.
Management
The management of Genève Aéroport is structured of three business units:
- The Operations Unit covers the aeronautical aspects of the airport, including flight operations, safety, security, and passenger services.
- The Commercial & Development Unit includes both the aeronautical segment (fees and charges) and the non-aeronautical segment, notably retail, food and beverage services, advertising, and property management.
- The Infrastructure unit representing the owner is responsible for managing its assets, including the tarmac, runway, buildings, roads, parking areas, industrial equipment, and vehicles. In this capacity, the unit develops, builds, maintains, and renovates the infrastructure. Furthermore, it is responsible for the energy policy as well as the supply and distribution of energy on the airport platform.
Three departments support these units within the Directorate: Finance & Services, Human Resources, and Technology. Furthermore, the extended management team is strengthened by the Communication Services and the Environment & Sustainable Development departments. The Directorate is accompanied and supported by a General Secretariat and the Chief of Staff.
In addition, the extended management team is reinforced by the Communication and Environment & Sustainable Development departments.
Management is also supported by a General Secretariat and the Head of Office.
Organigram
general manager
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General manager
Gilles Rufenacht |
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ACTIVITIES
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Chief Commercial director
Kristina MEES
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Chief Technical director
Philippe MORAGA
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Chief Operations
director
Giovanni RUSSO
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Support Units
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Chief Human Resources Director
Susanna Swann
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Chief Technology director
Massimo GENTILE
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Chief Financial director
Aline VAGLIO
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ASSOCIATE MEMBERS OF THE DIRECTORATE
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SANDY BOUCHAT
Head of Communication and spokesperson
Christine WIDMANN
Secretary General and Legal Affairs |
NATHALIE ROSSIER-ITEN
Head of Environment and Sustainable Development
Gaël Poget
Delegate for Foreign Affairs and Head of Office |
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