Louis Gardner says it is a 'thrilling' time for Cornwall and the 'exciting' space industry.
A Cornwall councillor is stepping down after being appointed head of future air and space at Cornwall Airport Newquay.
Gardner said he was "eager to contribute to the growth of this exciting industry", adding it was a "thrilling" time for Cornwall.The airport said Gardner would be "instrumental in driving forward the commercial development of Spaceport Cornwall"."This opportunity allows me to be at the forefront of innovation in aviation and space exploration, helping to shape the future of the sector in Cornwall.
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