Tony Douglas

Biography

Tony Douglas assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer for Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) in December 2015. He has held a number of senior roles within several major companies, most recently as the Chief Executive of Abu Dhabi Airports which he joined in March 2013.

Tony began his career at General Motors as an apprentice industrial engineer. In 1990 he moved to BAE rising to become Product Manufacturing Director in its regional aircraft division. This was followed by a number of high level positions at BAA, Lang O’Rourke and Abu Dhabi Ports Company.

Previous roles in government

  • Chief Executive of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S)