Since assuming the role in 2012, Mr Dewar has overseen a 85% increase in passenger traffic, with annual figures rising from approximately 9.2 million to nearly 17 million in 2025. His leadership helped navigate the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and steering the airport through its subsequent recovery.

The announcement follows the 2024 expansion of the partnership between VINCI Airports and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) at Edinburgh, a move that provides the airport with a robust ownership structure for its forthcoming capital investment programme.

Mr Dewar said: “It has been the highlight of my career to develop this fabulous business as part of an amazing, talented and committed team.

“I am immensely proud of our growth record not least because what it means for my home city and for Scotland as a whole. Together we delivered better connectivity and market leading results through a business that knows its place at the heart of our community. Importantly, all of this has been driven by values that we jointly hold and are rightly passionate about.

“In my remaining months I look forward to helping find my successor and to continue driving the momentum of this business that has the brightest of futures and limitless opportunities. I will also be able to use that time to show my appreciation and thanks to all who have shaped this amazing journey and will continue to do so.”

Stewart Wingate, VINCI Airports managing director for the UK, on behalf of Edinburgh Airport owners VINCI Airports and GIP, said: “Gordon is an extremely talented executive and has done a tremendous job at Edinburgh Airport over many years.

“He leaves with the thanks and best wishes of the Board. His legacy of a strong team, exceptional growth and a clear value driven strategy stands Edinburgh and its airport in good stead for the future.”