N3 Engine Overhaul Services, the Germany-based joint venture between Rolls-Royce and Lufthansa Technik for engine maintenance, has named Holger Sindemann as its new Director and General Manager. Sindemann assumes the role on behalf of Rolls-Royce, succeeding Carsten Behrens, who has stepped down after a three-year tenure as planned.
Six West Aviation, a global provider of aviation services headquartered in Ireland, has announced the promotion of Aine Scully to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Scully’s appointment reflects the company’s continued investment in internal leadership development and strategic expansion across key operational areas.
Fiji Airways has confirmed that its Managing Director and CEO, Andre Viljoen, will be stepping down later in 2025 to take over as the Chief Executive Officer of Air Mauritius. This leadership transition marks a significant development for both carriers as they continue post-pandemic recovery efforts and strategic realignment.
Airbus has announced the appointment of Remi Maillard as Executive Vice President (EVP) of Engineering for its commercial aircraft division. Maillard previously served as President of Airbus India and South Asia, and will now take on a critical leadership role in the company’s global engineering organization.
Aquila Air Capital, a U.S.-based aviation asset manager, has announced the appointment of Gary Lew as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The move comes as the company continues to expand its aircraft leasing and trading operations amid sustained demand for efficient mid-life aircraft solutions.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a U.S.-based leader in aviation leasing and asset management, has announced the appointment of Z. Clifton Dameron as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, effective immediately. Dameron succeeds Dean Poulakidas, who has stepped down from the role to pursue other opportunities.
STS Aviation Group, a U.S.-based provider of MRO, staffing, and engineering services, has announced a leadership change within its technical division. Chuck Harrison has been promoted to President of STS Technical Services, the company’s staffing and workforce solutions unit.
SAESL (Singapore Aero Engine Services Limited) has announced that CEO Simon Middlebrough will step down from his position in July 2025. He will be succeeded by Chris Pattinson, who is set to assume the role and lead the company into its next phase of development.
China Airlines (Taiwan) has officially appointed Chen Han-Ming as its new president, succeeding Kao Shing-Hwang, who has been elevated to the position of chairman. This leadership transition reflects the airline’s long-term strategic vision as it continues to expand and strengthen its global position.
CALC (Tianjin) has announced a leadership transition, appointing Pan Jianyun as the new chairman, replacing Wang Yun. The appointment is effective immediately and marks a strategic move in the company’s governance.
