SKY Network Television Limited Chair Philip Bowman announced the company's Chief Executive Martin Stewart is leaving the Company to return home to Europe. Martin will be available to assist Sky as needed over the next three months to ensure an orderly handover and transition. Martin's departure has accelerated the company's succession planning process and Sophie Moloney, Sky's current Chief Commercial Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive, effective immediately. She brings deep international media experience with an impressive 20-year track record, including roles with Sky New Zealand, Sky UK, Sky News Arabia, Abu Dhabi Media and OSN.