Celestyal Cruises, which specialises in cruises in the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, has appointed David Noyes as non- executive chairman, the company said in a statement.

Noyes has 35 years’ experience in the travel sector and he has held senior positions in e.g. Carnival UK, London Luton Airport and the rail infrastructure owner Network Rail in the UK.

The appointment follows a significant recent investment by Searchlight Capital Partners in Celestyal Cruises and further reinforces its growth strategy. This aims to market the brand globally plus to grow and renew the company’s fleet, Celestyal Cruises said.