Javier Echave was appointed as Chief Operating Officer, having previously served as Chief Financial Officer since November 2016. He joined Heathrow in January 2008, bringing extensive expertise in finance and operations. As Chief Financial Officer, Javier was instrumental in establishing Heathrow’s robust capital structure and securing its position as a strong entity in the financial markets. Prior to his role as CFO, he served as Finance Director for Operations and Performance. During this period, he played a pivotal role in the implementation of a cost-efficiency programme and conducted rigorous evaluations of a multi-billion capital investment plan.
Until early 2025, Javier chaired Business in the Community’s Wellbeing Leadership Team.