KLM Cargo has officially launched a new and innovative sorting system that can handle more than 2,000 items per hour, bound for more than 70 destinations. The system was built in cooperation with Lödige Industries and Vanderlande. The innovative sorter allows for faster handling of all post, express and pharmaceutical consignments. Bertholt Leeftink, director - general Enterprise and Innovation of the ministry of Economic Affairs and Kajsa Ollongren, alderman of the municipality of … [Read more...] about KLM Cargo’s new and innovative sorting system
Pieter Elbers
De Groot to become COO at KLM
Effective 1 January 2015, René de Groot (45) is appointed chief operating officer of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. He succeeds Pieter Elbers, who is now president & CEO of KLM since 15 October 2014. De Groot will be in charge of KLM’s operational divisions. “René de Groot will be an asset to the KLM leadership team. I have every faith that René will take on this challenging job with verve, thanks in part to his KLM-wide experience. I wish him the best of … [Read more...] about De Groot to become COO at KLM
Pieter Elbers appointed CEO of KLM
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has announced Pieter Elbers as its new president and CEO, replacing the outgoing Camiel Eurlings with immediate effect. Elbers has worked for KLM since 1992 when he joined as manager of aircraft handling at Schiphol. He has since held a number of senior roles including GM of KLM Japan and Korea and vice-president of network planning. Most recently Elbers served as SVP of network and alliances. Elbers is a member of the Supervisory Boards of Kenya Airways and … [Read more...] about Pieter Elbers appointed CEO of KLM
