Saab‘s CFO and Deputy CEO, Christian Luiga, is stepping down to pursue a new opportunity in a different industry segment at a global company. “Christian has done a great job during his years at Saab. He is an inspiring leader as well as a strong financial officer. I want to thank him for his strong
AerFin has announced that Auvinash Narayen has assumed the position of Chief Investment Officer as of April 2, coinciding with his 13th anniversary at AerFin. Since the company’s inception in 2011, when Narayen joined as the second employee, he has played a key role in leading airframe and engine acquisitions, as well as building a
Stephan Klose will join Joramco, the Amman-based aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility and engineering arm of Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), as the company’s new Chief Operations Officer. Commenting on Klose’s appointment, Chief Executive Officer, Fraser Currie said, “Joramco is delighted to welcome Stephan to the senior management team where he will be joining
Lilium has appointed Johan Malmqvist as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective April 1, 2024, bringing more than 25 years of experience as a CFO of global public and private companies across a variety of sectors and geographies. Most recently, he served as CFO at a premium electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar Automotive Holding UK (Polestar), where
David McBride has been appointed Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Supernal LLC – Hyundai Motor Group’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company. McBride will lead Supernal’s technology strategy and vehicle development, reporting to CEO, Jaiwon Shin. “Following the debut of our product concept earlier this year, Superal has entered a new phase of our advanced air
Boeing President and CEO, Dave Calhoun, has declared his intention to step down from his CEO position at the end of 2024. However, Calhoun will continue to guide Boeing through the remainder of the year to ensure the completion of crucial ongoing initiatives aimed at stabilising and positioning the company for future success. Furthermore, Boeing
Einar Örn Ólafsson has been appointed as PLAY airlines‘ new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), succeeding Birgir Jónsson. Jónsson will continue to work for PLAY airlines until April 2, 2024, and will remain as an advisor for the company for the next few months to ensure a seamless transition. Ólafsson is one of PLAY airlines’ largest
The WestJet Group has appointed Diederik Pen as President of WestJet Airlines effective April 1, 2024. As WestJet Group Chief Operating Officer and President of WestJet Airlines, Pen will continue to report to Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Von Hoensbroech will continue to maintain overall responsibility for the WestJet Group and
Magellan has announced the appointment of Dave Chriske as Vice President of Engine Asset Trading and Leasing. Chriske brings a wealth of experience, having previously served as Vice President of Trading and Leasing at CFM Materials. Before that, he was with GE Aviation in Engine Services. Chriske’s extensive experience and deep industry knowledge make him
Swiss International Airlines (SWISS) has appointed Oliver Buchhofer to serve as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Buchhofer will assume his new duties – and thus also his position on the SWISS Management Board – on May 1, 2024. Buchhofer presently serves as Head of Operations and is a member of the extended management board.
