Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) announced several strategic leadership appointments designed to further enhance the group’s organization.
Effective September 1, 2024, Michael Grootenboer has been appointed as SVP procurement for the Air France-KLM Group, after six years as SVP group engine product at AFI KLM E&M. He is succeeded by Jean-Louis Forest, who was serving on the role of SVP engines at Air France Industries.
Bruno Tricoire, recently SVP group components product, replaced Jean-Louis Forest. Tricoire’s strong background in component and airframe maintenance, including his tenure as CEO at iGO, will be instrumental as he returns to the engine domain, where he previously contributed as product sales director.
In parallel, Derk Nieuwenhuijze has been appointed as VP technical sales and commercial performance as part of the E&M Commercial Organization (EMCO). In this role, he will oversee AFI KLM E&M’s department responsible for creating proposals and contracts with customers worldwide, as well as further developing their commercial organization.
“These strategic appointments reflect our commitment to leveraging internal expertise and experience to drive our organization forward. We are confident that Michael, Jean-Louis, Bruno and Derk will excel in their new roles and contribute significantly to our ongoing success. Our focus remains on maintaining our leadership position in the MRO industry and ensure excellent service to our clients despite difficult challenges in the market,” said Anne Brachet, EVP Air France-KLM engineering & maintenance.