UK independent airline group, Monarch, has appointed David Page as its new group head of communications.

Reporting to chief people officer, Pauline Prow, Page will head up the group communications team with a brief that covers external and internal communications and CSR.

Page joins from freuds, where he was business director for Mars, Incorporated and Asda Walmart over a three year period. He was also previously at Burson-Marsteller as business director on Danone, amongst other corporate, brand and crisis briefs.

Prow said, “David brings a wealth of communications experience, knowledge and insight to the company and we know that he will be a great asset to the group.”

Page said, “Monarch is an established player in a progressive and dynamic industry. I’m delighted that I’ll be part of its future and look forward to playing a key role in addressing the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.”