Hapag-Lloyd Cruises appoints a new Sales Representative for the UK & Ireland

• Aishling McLoughlin starts in her new role as Sales Representative for the UK & Ireland
• The UK and Ireland continue to be strong and developing international markets for Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is delighted to announce the appointment of Aishling McLoughlin as the new Sales Representative for the UK & Ireland. Aishling takes over responsibility for sales in the marketplace from Mike Flanagan, who has retired after eight years working for the cruise line. In her new role, Aishling will work closely with her colleagues in the sales team based at Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ head office in Hamburg.

Michael Steffl, Head of International Sales at Hapag-Lloyd Cruises comments: “It is with sadness that we have said a fond farewell to Mike Flanagan, however, we wish to thank him for his support and wish him every personal happiness for his retirement years. In his place we welcome Aishling and feel confident her strong experience will benefit to further support our sales activities in the United Kingdom.”

Aishling, who has held previous positions in the hotel and travel sector, including with TUI tour operations, says: “Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is such a prestigious brand and I am fortunate to have the opportunity to be working with them, building on their international business achieved to date. With particular focus on creating further awareness of EUROPA 2 and its modern concept of casual luxury, it will be a pleasure to offer such a prestigious brand to our agents and customers.“

Hamburg, January 2017