SkyTeam Appoints Diego Larrea as Vice President of Digital
AMSTERDAM, 1 OCTOBER 2025 - SkyTeam has appointed Diego Larrea as Vice President of Digital, effective immediately. Larrea will lead efforts across the global airline alliance to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen technological collaboration and deliver more integrated, customer-centric solutions.
Larrea succeeds Laura Abraham and joins SkyTeam from member Delta Air Lines, where he spent more than 16 years driving major initiatives in commercial and distribution technology, digital innovation and customer experience. Originally from Córdoba, Argentina, his career has spanned Japan, Mexico and the United States, giving him a global perspective on airline operations and customer experience.
In his new role, Larrea will oversee SkyTeam’s central Digital & IT organization, closely collaborating with member airlines to advance innovation and digital strategies that enhance connectivity, efficiency and the customer journey in global aviation.
“With Diego aboard, we will strengthen our digital capabilities in ways that matter most to our members and travelers. His leadership comes at a pivotal moment, as SkyTeam marks its 25th anniversary and embarks on the next chapter. With Diego’s guidance and vision, we will continue to invest in shared technology that connects our alliance, delivers value for every member and creates an even more seamless customer experience. As we welcome Diego, I would also like to thank Laura Abraham for her contributions to SkyTeam and wish her all the best for the future.”
Patrick Roux
CEO, SkyTeam
"I am honored to join SkyTeam as we shape the alliance’s digital future. My ambition is to build a platform where our member airlines can accelerate transformation by sharing best practices and exploring emerging technologies responsibly. Together, we will reduce inefficiencies, enhance experiences and maximize investment impact—helping each airline go further, faster, with less risk on their digital journey. Looking ahead, I want SkyTeam to be known for eliminating legacy constraints, embracing innovation and delivering digital journeys customers love.”
Diego Larrea
Vice President of Digital, SkyTeam
About SkyTeam
SkyTeam is the global airline alliance dedicated to transforming the future of travel by powering the smartest and most integrated customer journey. With a focus on innovation and responsibility, SkyTeam and its members work together to connect customers across an extensive global network of 945+ destinations. SkyTeam offers 750+ airport lounges, award-winning SkyPriority airport services and makes travel more rewarding through its members’ loyalty programs. SkyTeam members are Aeroflot (suspended), Aerolíneas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, China Airlines, China Eastern, Delta Air Lines, Garuda Indonesia, Kenya Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Korean Air, Middle East Airlines, SAS, Saudia, TAROM, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and Xiamen Airlines.
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