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Hellmann appoints Alexandra Olvera as new Chief Commercial Officer

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Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is pleased to announce that Alexandra Olvera will join the company as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) effective March 1, 2026. In her new role, Alexandra Olvera will lead the global sales organisation as the company continues to advance its Forward2030 strategy, with a strong focus on deepening global sales integration, expanding strategic customer segments like automotive as well as fashion, and further enhancing the overall customer experience. Alexandra Olvera … [Read more...] about Hellmann appoints Alexandra Olvera as new Chief Commercial Officer

dnata appoints Marwan Essa as Managing Director for Zanzibar

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dnata has appointed Marwan Essa as Managing Director of its operations in Zanzibar, strengthening leadership in one of East Africa’s growing tourism and aviation gateways. In his new role, Marwan will have full accountability for dnata Zanzibar’s business performance and development, overseeing ground handling and cargo operations while driving service excellence for airline customers and airport partners. His appointment also marks the first time an Emirati has been named to lead one of … [Read more...] about dnata appoints Marwan Essa as Managing Director for Zanzibar

Airforwarders Association announces retirement of Executive Director Brandon Fried

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The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has confirmed that Executive Director Brandon Fried will retire at the end of the year, following a long-planned decision announced to members at the Airforwarders Association General Meeting earlier today. During the transition period, Fried will continue to carry out his responsibilities in full, leading the AfA’s advocacy, policy engagement, and member activities until his successor has been appointed. The Board of Directors has employed an executive … [Read more...] about Airforwarders Association announces retirement of Executive Director Brandon Fried

Management changes at Lufthansa Cargo

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Lufthansa Cargo welcomes three executives to new positions: On 15 February 2026, Gunnar Loehr will take over as Head of Region DACH & KAM EMEA. In this role, the former Head of Supply Management and Infrastructure at Lufthansa Cargo will coordinate and manage the markets in Germany, Austria and Switzerland as well as key account management for the regions of Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The International Management graduate joined Lufthansa Cargo in 2002 in the region of Spain and … [Read more...] about Management changes at Lufthansa Cargo

dnata appoints Managing Director for the Netherlands

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dnata announced the appointment of Thiemo van Spellen as the new Managing Director of dnata Netherlands, effective 1 February 2026. Thiemo brings broad international experience in logistics, commercial strategy and customer-centric growth. He joins dnata from Geopost (DPDgroup), where he served as Global Accounts Managing Director, leading global customer strategies and driving cross-border business expansion. In his new role, Thiemo’s priorities will include strengthening operational … [Read more...] about dnata appoints Managing Director for the Netherlands

DHL Express appoints General Manager of Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong

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DHL Express has announced the appointment of Lee Kwong Ming as the new General Manager of the Central Asia Hub, effective February 1, 2026. He replaces Samuel Lee, who has taken on a new leadership role within the organisation, as Managing Director for Taiwan. In his new capacity, Kwong Ming will oversee the Central Asia Hub, one of DHL Express’s three most important global hubs. Based in Hong Kong, Kwong Ming brings over 30 years of experience in express logistics and high‑volume air hub … [Read more...] about DHL Express appoints General Manager of Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong