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Royal Caribbean's Metsola succeeds Boardley at CLIA Europe helm

Cruise Lines International Association appointed Ukko Metsola as director general for CLIA Europe.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

September 1, 2020

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The Royal Caribbean Group executive succeedsTom Boardley, who is  transitioning out of his role as secretary general for the past two years.

At Royal Caribbean Metsola served as VP government relations for Europe and Asia-Pacific since 2016. During his previous political career, he held senior positions in the Finnish Parliament and in the Finnish prime minister’s office.

Boardley to continue in advisory role

CLIA President and CEO Kelly Craighead thanked Boardley for his contribution throughout his tenure, and especially for his leadership in Europe during the coronavirus pandemic. She said Boardley will continue his association with CLIA in an advisory role and will assist with Metsola's transition. 

'Ukko’s in-depth knowledge of the cruise sector combined with his wealth of experience in public policy and European Union affairs makes him a perfect fit for this leadership role at such a pivotal moment for our industry,' Craighead added.

For his part, Metsola welcomed the opportunity to 'represent an industry that supports a diverse and extensive maritime cluster, encompassing businesses across the continent, from the family-run tour operator to the great European shipyards and their suppliers. With its strong European roots and commitment to innovation, collaboration and sustainability, the cruise industry can contribute to the future economic recovery and partner constructively in the European green growth agenda.'

 

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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