SCYLLA AG Appoints Rainer Büttner as New COO
Swiss company SCYLLA AG has appointed Rainer Büttner as Group COO with immediate effect.
Rainer Büttner is a recognized expert in hospitality and cruising. He previously spent over twelve years at Sea Chefs, where he held overall operational responsibility for nearly 50 river cruise ships. In July 2024, he joined SCYLLA AG as Vice President of Hotel Operations, and now he steps up as COO of the successful group, which currently operates 44 river cruise ships—with numbers steadily growing.
“Rainer Büttner is the right choice for us. With his extensive expertise and deep knowledge, he will set new standards for our customers. At the same time, he will significantly strengthen SCYLLA during its next growth phase and help us further expand our market position,” said Arno Reitsma, CEO of SCYLLA AG.
Rainer Büttner added: “Together with our customers, we aim not only to grow but also to continuously improve our proven high standards of quality. We are on a very successful course overall, and our journey is far from over”.
About SCYLLA AG
SCYLLA AG has been a pioneer in river cruising since 1973 and has made a name for itself in the charter business through the construction of innovative ships. Since its founding, the company has expanded its cruising territory from the Rhine to nearly all major waterways in Europe—including the Seine, the Rhine and its tributaries, Holland and Belgium, northeastern Germany, Rhône and Saône, Danube, and Main. The fleet of 44 ships, accommodating 80 to 220 passengers in modern outside cabins, is chartered by various tour operators such as Phoenix Reisen, nicko cruises, and TAUCK. Since 2018, SCYLLA ships have also operated for its own river cruise brand, VIVA Cruises.
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