On 1 September 1998, he became the CEO of Proximus, where he succeeded Jan Neels. He then became the CEO of Brussels Airlines, resulting of the merger between SN Brussels Airlines and Virgin Express. He resigned in 2008 as CEO of Brussels Airlines.
He assumed the top position at Proximus on September 1, 1998, replacing Jan Neels. Subsequently, he led Brussels Airlines following the merger between SN Brussels Airlines and Virgin Express. He left his post as CEO of Brussels Airlines in 2008.