Author: Metropolitan Airport News

American Airpower Museum is partnering with the Nassau BOCES Joseph M. Barry Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center, offering internships for local high school students pursuing various careers in aviation. One example is the current internship program for Aviation Operations Teacher Evan Damadeo’s afternoon classes of graduating seniors.  Mr. Damadeo’s students intern every Thursday and Friday afternoon for a full year at the American Airpower Museum (AAM) at Republic Airport. His students are responsible for maintaining the Museum’s military aircraft by cleaning and waxing them. They also learn about aircraft mechanical systems and aviation history while working at the Museum. Barry Tech’s industry partner…

Tompkins Solutions, a leading supply chain consulting and material handling integration firm, today announced that Quinntin Teeling has joined the company as an account executive. In this role, Teeling will be responsible for delivering tailored supply chain solutions that increase operational efficiency and return on investment. With more than half a decade of material handling automation experience, Teeling has worked with major corporations, including Amazon, Boeing, Starbucks, PepsiCo, and TJX, among others. Prior to joining Tompkins, Teeling held management positions with Dematic and served as account manager for Pepperl+Fuchs. “We are excited to welcome Quinntin to the Tompkins team,” said…

SkyCell announced a partnership between SkyCell and Air France KLM Martinair Cargo. In a significant move, SkyCell has been selected as the preferred unit load device (ULD) tracking partner for Air France KLM Martinair Cargo, marking a new chapter in our commitment to revolutionizing the airline industry.   This collaboration involves the deployment of our state-of-the-art Internet of Things (IoT) technology across the entire ULD fleet of Air France KLM Martinair Cargo. Our SkyMind platform, purpose-built for this transformation, will provide the airline group with real-time visibility into ULD operations, driving substantial operational and cost efficiencies.   In a world where the demand for…

Alba Wheels Up International announced it has acquired John A. Steer Co. (“Steer”), a dynamic company known for its customs brokerage and innovative logistics solutions. This strategic move fortifies Alba’s position as a dominant force in the customs brokerage, freight forwarding, and related industries with significant regulatory and logistics expertise across a handful of end markets. G2 Capital Advisors served as the exclusive financial advisor to Alba. Founded in 1905, Steer provides customs brokerage and cutting-edge logistics services, which align with Alba’s commitment to delivering tailored solutions that drive success for clients worldwide. The acquisition will broaden the company’s geographic reach,…

NATA announced a key leadership change with the promotion of Steve Berry to Vice President of Education and Safety. “Steve has contributed greatly to NATA’s success over the past several years, building on his wealth of industry knowledge to help advance NATA’s education and training programs as well as the overall safety of the industry,” stated NATA COO Keith DeBerry. Steve Berry first served as NATA’s Training and Content Manager before being promoted to Manager of Fuel Quality and Safety and most recently to Managing Director of Safety and Training. In his new role as Vice President, Berry leads the…

JetBlue Airways announced that Joanna Geraghty, currently the company’s president and chief operating officer, will succeed Robin Hayes as chief executive officer, effective February 12, 2024. Hayes will continue to serve on the company’s Board of Directors until that time, at which point Geraghty will join the Board. Hayes will serve as a strategic advisor to the company over the coming months. Hayes said: “It’s bittersweet to retire from this airline I love, but I will always feel a part of the JetBlue team and be rooting for its continued success. For nearly 35 years – both at British Airways…

SITA announced the appointments of Stefan Schaffner as Senior Vice President of SITA AT AIRPORTS and Sergiy Nevstruyev as Senior Vice President of SITA Global Services (SGS). The two bring a wealth of management experience in the travel, transport, and mobility technologies sectors to SITA. With SITA’s presence in more than 1,000 airports globally, Stefan is responsible for transforming SITA’s Airport portfolio to meet a growing demand for digitalization and automation. Prior to joining SITA, he was responsible for preparing Touchless Biometric Systems AG (TBS) for global rollout as its CEO, driving geographical expansion, and building international partnerships and investor…

Frank Dobbelsteijn joined Swissport International AG on January 1, 2024, as Global Head of Operations. In his former role as Vice President for the Heathrow operation of Menzies Aviation and other senior roles in the aviation and logistics sector, he gained frontline operational experience and the managerial credentials for this key position on Swissport’s Global Management team. Swissport appoints Frank Dobbelsteijn as Global Head of Operations. With over 30 years of experience in several senior roles in the aviation and logistics sectors in Europe and the United States, Frank brings a wealth of expertise to his new role at Swissport.…

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) Director of Aviation Kevin Dolliole became Chair of Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) on January 1, 2024. Dolliole was elected to the position in September 2023 and succeeded outgoing Chair Sam Samaddar, Chief Executive Officer of the Kelowna International Airport. “While airports continue to respond to ongoing challenges following the pandemic and our recovery, the industry remains focused on the future,” said ACI-NA President and CEO Kevin M. Burke.  “Airports have ramped up initiatives in infrastructure, sustainability, diversity, equity, inclusion, economic development, workforce development, technology, and innovation.  Sam has been a…