Luo Gang has been appointed CEO of Airbus’ new innovation centre to be set up in China. With a degree in electrical engineering from Tianjin University and an MBA from the London Business School, Gang spent nearly three years establishing Uber China’s business before it was acquired by Didi Chuxing in 2016. His experience in London with UK start-up Rangespan taught him how quickly technology can transform traditional businesses. China's fast-paced start-up culture makes … [Read more...] about Airbus appoints LUO Gang to lead innovation centre in China
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Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s new managing director – Dominic Kennedy
This follows changes in the airline’s senior management team that mean David Geer, who was due to take up the post in mid-August, will now assume the role of senior vice President Revenue Management & Digital Distribution at Virgin Atlantic. Phil Maher, executive vice president Operations at Virgin Atlantic, said: “As an airline we are extremely fortunate to have such a big talent pool and one of our biggest challenges is to always find the right opportunities to enable our best … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s new managing director – Dominic Kennedy
AAR and Hawaiian Airlines in component support agreement
AAR has secured its first Airbus NEO fleet customer by signing a long-term component support agreement with Hawaii’s largest airline, Hawaiian Airlines. AAR will be providing comprehensive flight-hour component support for the airline’s brand-new fleet of 18 A321neo’s via AAR’s inventory hub in Chicago, as well as stock positioned in Hawaii and other strategic operating hubs. “AAR continues to expand our component flight-hour support business, and we are excited to add the A321neo … [Read more...] about AAR and Hawaiian Airlines in component support agreement
Ben Ward named new General Manager of AMES
Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services (AMES), a subsidiary of Air Transport Services Group, Inc, announced the appointment of Ben Ward as General Manager of its PEMCO World Air Services division. Ward brings over 30 years of experience to his new role. Most recently he served as PEMCO’s Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining the company, Ben held numerous accounting and financial positions at KPMG, as well as CFO at Berkline/BenchCraft and Imperial Group, … [Read more...] about Ben Ward named new General Manager of AMES
American Airlines Cargo trucking services expansion
American Airlines Cargo has expanded and extended its European trucking network this summer to better serve an even greater number of customers. The trucking services operate using flight numbers, connecting offline cities and online points with the rest of the airline’s global network, via the 450-plus flights that depart from Europe every week. With multiple truck options per night, American can link together key European cities, which helps maintain high load factors, and … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo trucking services expansion
Fiji Airways appoints head of sales for the Americas
Fiji's National Airline, Fiji Airways, announced the appointment of Stroebel Bekker as the regional general manager Sales for the Americas, to be based in Los Angeles. Mr. Bekker will be responsible for all sales activities in the region. He will report to executive general manager for Sales and Marketing, Mr. Andrew Stanbury. Bekker has an extensive background in tourism and aviation, specifically in the areas of sales and revenue management. He most recently lent … [Read more...] about Fiji Airways appoints head of sales for the Americas
