BermudAir appoints Nico Buchholz as president

BermudAir has appointed Nico Buchholz president of the company as of August where he will also serve as deputy CEO.

Buchholz is well known as a global leader in the aviation industry, bringing more than 30 years of experience and expertise as an accomplished aerospace C-suite executive from firms across North America and Europe.

“We are absolutely delighted that Nico is joining us as president and Deputy CEO,” said Adam Scott, founder and CEO of BermudAir. “There’s no doubt that the significant technical expertise and deep business development insights he brings will be invaluable as the company moves forward from start-up to the next phase of our evolution.”

“I am honoured to support and guide the dedicated BermudAir team on their growth path,” said Buchholz. “Having seen the deep motivation and individual competencies within the team, we’re well-placed to continue the success and development of BermudAir.”

Buchholz’s experience covers a deep understanding of the total aviation value chain. His skillset comprises areas such as technical developments for new aviation products, as well as network planning, operations, technical customer support, contract negotiations, strategy, communications, sales & marketing and procurement. He is recognized for providing an unbiased analytical approach to initiatives while engaging and mobilizing global operational teams.

Born in Hamburg, Germany, Mr. Buchholz began his aviation career at Airbus in Toulouse in product marketing and sales. He later moved to the engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce Deutschland, handling all commercial activities as well as customer support and communication for civil and military products. This was followed by running the entire fleet management for all airlines in the Lufthansa Group. As Executive Vice President and Lufthansa’s aircraft buyer, he shaped the development of the Group’s fleets for 15 years. He subsequently held various leadership positions and global assignments within a portfolio of diverse airlines, lessors and OEMs.

Being at the forefront of innovative fleet restructuring, modernization and environmental impact initiatives throughout his career, he has led sales, purchasing and leasing deals for more than 1,000 aircraft. Buchholz has also advised manufacturers on cutting-edge developments in engine technology.

“We’re very fortunate to have Nico’s commitment to BermudAir, breadth of aerospace expertise and leadership knowledge at this stage of our strategic and operational development,” said Scott. “Our team and I personally very much look forward to working with him.”