Dragonair has appointed Captain Peter Sanderson as its General Manager Operations.

Captain Sanderson, who will take up the post on September 1, will be responsible for the development and management of policies in the airline's Operations Division to ensure the safe, effective and economical operation of the airline's fleet.

He will also manage all elements of operational activity to ensure Dragonair complies fully with the requirements of its Air Operator's Certificate.

Captain Sanderson has considerable experience in the aviation industry.

He joined Dragonair in 1993 and has held various positions including Check & Training Captain, Manager Airbus and Assistant General Manager Operations.

Prior to joining Dragonair, he worked for the UK carrier Dan-Air and served in the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm.

He recently graduated from the INSEAD Asian Executive Programme.

Photograph: Captain Peter Sanderson, Dragonair's new General Manager Operations.