Stanislas Brun has been appointed as the vice president of cargo at Etihad Airways.

Brun will be responsible for Etihad Cargo’s commercial operations including scheduled and charter flights, revenue management and network planning.

Brun said: “It is a privilege to take on this new challenge at Etihad Cargo. The carrier has consistently demonstrated professionalism, agility and commitment to customer service excellence, which are very much aligned with my values.”

Brun joins from Geodis where he was senior vice president of global airfreight, and will report to Etihad Airways’ chief operating officer, Mohammad Al Bulooki.

Al Bulooki said: “Etihad Cargo has embarked on an exciting period of growth, innovation, adding more destinations, increasing frequencies and significantly growing the airline’s cargo operations both here in the UAE and internationally.

“Etihad Cargo will continue to play a crucial role in Etihad Airways’ ability to achieve these ambitious growth plans.

“I have every confidence that the passion and expertise Stanislas brings to this role will enable Etihad Cargo to continue the impressive growth trajectory it has achieved in recent years.”

Brun added: “As the airline enters this next exciting period of growth, I look forward to working closely with the team, our partners and customers and continuing to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions so Etihad Cargo can remain the air cargo partner of choice.”

Brun will take over from Leonard Rodrigues who has been the acting managing director for the Etihad Cargo.

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