Yachting Monthly's new editor announced
- Tue, 17 Jan 2012
Yachting Monthly's new editor is Kieran Flatt, 38, who has been the magazine's Production Editor for the last four years. His appointment follows the announcement of the retirement in February of current editor, Paul Gelder, who has worked on the magazine for 22 years.
Kieran, an experienced journalist with strong sailing credentials, will take over as the 11th editor of the magazine. Simon Owen, publishing director says: ‘I'm very much looking forward to working with Kieran in his new role - he knows the brand inside out and is full of the ideas and enthusiasm to further develop our print and digital products. Yachting Monthly has enjoyed a phenomenally successful year and I know that Kieran and his team will be eager to build on this.'
Simon adds: ‘I wish Paul all the very best for the future - he has been at the heart of key Yachting Monthly landmarks over the last 10 years of his editorship, including the restoration of Gipsy Moth IV, the magazine's centenary in 2006 and more recently the hugely successful "Crash Test Boat" series. Paul will be a tough act to follow, but I've no doubt that Kieran is more than up to the job."
Kieran, who takes up his new position on February 20th, said: ‘I'm thrilled to be taking the helm of Britain's best sailing magazine and consider myself very lucky to be leading such a diligent, knowledgeable and enthusiastic team. We are already working hard to consolidate the stellar success we have achieved in the last year and redoubling our efforts to attract new readers.'
Paul Gelder added: ‘It's been a privilege and a passion to edit YM over the last 10 years. The time to retire is when you still have some wind in your sails! My 65th birthday is a good time to hand over to a new watch and I know Kieran will keep a steady hand on the tiller.'
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January 17 13:47
David Traver Adolphus
I'm glad it's someone on staff being promoted, and not some brand manager. Bodes well for YM's future, good luck Kieran!
January 17 16:35
Dylan Winter
Excellent appointment - big boots to fill
January 17 20:56
max liberson
I am sure Kieran will a great Editor, he comes across as one of those people who are really passionate about sailing. Welcome aboard!
January 17 21:45
Joe Grealy
Hello Kieran,
I suppose one could say you have one of the best jobs in the world, but then again it carries great responsibility to keep the discerning readings of the mag coming back for more. I wish you the best of luck and every success ion your new role..don't forget to get out and keep that ahnds on approach to yachting journalism..