B2B helicopter provider NHV, headquartered in Ostedn, Belgium, has appointed Steffen Bay and Bart Remmerie to its executive committee. With extensive management experience, both of them bring valuable leadership to NHV as the company plans for further international expansion.

Bay joins NHV in the role of chief commercial and procurement officer (CCPO) and will be responsible for the commercial strategy enabling the operator to drive business growth and increase market share. He will also drive the procurement planning and contract management processes aligned with NHV's strategic priorities and business needs. His previous appointments include EADS, Eurocopter, Airbus America, ERA Helicopters and Aeroleo Aero Taxi. Most recently he was responsible for sales and relationship management for Waypoint Leasing in Latin America. “I embrace the opportunity to lead a talented group of people and drive innovative commercial strategies that will bring NHV the success it is destined to achieve,” he says.

Bart Remmerie joins as chief human resources officer (CHRO). He will be responsible for developing and executing NHV's human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organisation, and has 20 years of broad PR experience. “I'm looking forward to work alongside NHV's executive team and to join a business that will allow me to utilise my experience and skillset in a company that shares my values and mindset.”

CEO Eric Van Hal adds: “Bart and Steffen each bring unique backgrounds and knowledge to fill critical roles, and their leadership experience will be an invaluable asset to our company. Our executive committee is now complete and well-prepared to tackle the industry's challenges. I believe we have an exceptionally agile team and extensive capabilities to enable us to meet both our own future growth aspirations and the needs of our customers. As we look ahead, we will continue investing in our services and fleet and we want to drive innovation in every area of our business. I look forward to executing on our various strategic initiatives in 2019 and beyond.”