LATAM, the leading airline group in Latin America and operator of the LAN and TAM Airlines, has appointed Guido Blanco as the new sales manager for UK and Nordic countries.

Blanco started his role in September and previously held the position of sales manager for LATAM in Buenos Aires.

As well as having a degree in business administration and economics and a postgraduate degree in business, Guido has a wealth of experience in the airline industry having started working for LATAM Airlines in Argentina eight years ago in various departments including, marketing, route management and sales.

Martin Modarelli, commercial director for UK and Nordic countries said: “We are looking forward to welcoming Guido into our team. Guido comes from a strong background of sales management and has a true passion both for the industry we operate in and for LATAM Airlines Group.

“We are confident that Guido’s knowledge and experience of the airline industry will be a true asset to our team and will contribute to the continuing expansion and growth of LATAM as a leading global airline.”