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SeaLink Travel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Damien Gallacher as General Manager of SeaLink South Australia.

Mr Gallacher will be responsible for the management and leadership of the South Australian operations including Kangaroo island ferries, Murray Princess accommodated cruises, coach touring and charters in Adelaide and on Kangaroo Island and Vivonne Bay Lodge accommodation and bistro.

A proven leader, Mr Gallacher brings to the role over 15 years of management and leadership experience extending from General Management, Trading/Marketing Management, Property Acquisition and Development and Capital and Commercial/Procurement/Operational roles within fast moving consumer goods and mining support services.

Prior to joining SeaLink South Australia, Mr Gallacher was employed with Discovery Parks Pty Ltd as Chief Operating Officer, before leaving the company to join Kellogg, Brown & Root (KBR) as Infrastructure & Services Package Manager.

In 2015 Mr Gallacher returned to Discovery Parks Pty Ltd in the role of Head of Asset Management & Property Development, a position he has held for the past three years.

Mr Gallacher is enjoying his new role and is focused on increasing SeaLink’s presence in the South Australian market.

“I look forward to growing the SeaLink brand and portfolio in South Australia, particularly on Kangaroo Island and enhancing the overall operating performance by improving productivity.” Says Mr Gallacher.

Jeff Ellison, Chief Executive and Managing Director of SeaLink Travel Group welcomes Damien’s appointment.

“I’m delighted to welcome Damien to the SeaLink Travel Group team. His extensive knowledge and experience will be invaluable to SeaLink South Australia, its team and operations”. Said Mr Ellison.

Mr Gallacher replaces Donna Gauci, who has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer for the SeaLink Travel Group.