The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is pleased to announce that Roos Bakker, Manager Business Development and Contract Management at CTSN, will be the next TIACA Chair, leading the Association for the 2026-2027 period. Roos has served as one of two Vice Chairs, together with Emir Pineda, Director, Marketing & Air Service Development Division, Miami International Airport, for the past two years. “Steven Polmans has led the Association for the past 6 years and together with the … [Read more...] about TIACA announces Roos Bakker to be the Next TIACA Chair, taking over from Steven Polmans
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Etihad Cargo introduces new regional structure to support network growth
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has announced a strategic restructure of its European commercial team into five areas to drive deeper customer alignment, streamline regional support and reinforce its position across key markets. These changes come in response to sustained growth and the expansion of Etihad Airways network and capacity offering across Europe. The five new European regions led by Rainer Krammer, Regional Manager Europe and Americas, include a … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo introduces new regional structure to support network growth
Maastricht Aachen Airport appoints Pascale De Mieter in key role to boost cargo handling operations
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) has appointed Pascale De Mieter as Cargo Sales Executive, reinforcing the airport’s commitment to expanding its cargo handling operations. In her new role, De Mieter will focus on driving growth in high-demand verticals such as perishables, pharmaceuticals, live animals, and vulnerable cargo. She will support the Head of Commercial Development, whose remit includes both cargo and passenger services. “MST is a bold, forward-thinking airport with untapped … [Read more...] about Maastricht Aachen Airport appoints Pascale De Mieter in key role to boost cargo handling operations
GA Telesis strengthens global IT leadership with appointment of Mika Siitari as Head of IT International Operations in Finland
GA Telesis (“GAT”) announces the appointment of Mika Siitari as Head of IT International Operations, based in Finland, effective May 12, 2025. Siitari will report directly to Gunnar Mar Sigurfinnsson, and functionally to the Chief Information Officer, Kevin Larson as part of GA Telesis’ global IT leadership team. His appointment underscores the company’s continued investment in international expansion and operational excellence. Siitari brings over 27 years of leadership and operational … [Read more...] about GA Telesis strengthens global IT leadership with appointment of Mika Siitari as Head of IT International Operations in Finland
Global GSA Group appoints Aytekin Saray as CEO: Accelerating the Group’s transformation journey
Global GSA Group (GGG), one of the fastest-growing independent players in the air cargo industry, announces the appointment of Aytekin Saray as its new Chief Executive Officer. This strategic move marks a new milestone in the Group’s 30th anniversary year and reinforces its ambition to become the most agile and forward-thinking GSA in the market. Aytekin Saray brings deep industry expertise, a strong commercial mindset, and a long-standing history with the company. Having started his … [Read more...] about Global GSA Group appoints Aytekin Saray as CEO: Accelerating the Group’s transformation journey
DHL Global Forwarding appoints new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Senior Vice President of Business Process Optimization (BPO) for Asia Pacific
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist of DHL Group, has appointed Björn Müller as Asia Pacific’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Senior Vice President of Business Process Optimization (BPO) with effect from May 1, 2025. He succeeds Lawrence Lee, who retired after 13 successful years with the DHL Group. “We are excited to welcome Björn to Asia Pacific, a region that is a major player in the global freight industry, driven by its rapid economic growth and increasing trade volumes. I … [Read more...] about DHL Global Forwarding appoints new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Senior Vice President of Business Process Optimization (BPO) for Asia Pacific
