Holger is the Managing Director of DC Aviation Al-Futtaim in Dubai. A joint venture business between the DC Aviation Group and the Dubai based international business conglomerate Al-Futtaim.
He has been advising both JV partners in the making of the organization before taking on managing the live business in 2012 During the buildup stages Holger formed a team in Dubai to provide technical expertise on developing the hangar facility structure, establishing all operational, administrative and commercial structures, as
well as obtaining a UAE aircraft operator certificate and a CAR 145 maintenance organization.
Originally educated at Frankfurt’s Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Germany in the area of Sports Science, Biology and Education he built his career with extensive experience in the areas of airline operations, aircraft brokerage, flight support as well as obtaining a commercial flight crew license back in 2001.
Holger is a passionate business professional with a strong emphasis on premium quality operations and an understanding for people relations.
SPEAKER SESSION
10 December 2024 | 12:00 - 12:35 | Opening Panel: Middle East BizAv and the global equation
This session dives into how the region’s strategic investments in infrastructure, forward-thinking policies, and economic diversification efforts are reshaping the industry. With insights from leading operators and regulators, the discussion will explore the Middle East's unique strengths, challenges, and contributions to the global BizAv market. Join us to uncover how the Middle East is redefining business aviation, leading global conversations on innovation, and setting new benchmarks for a sustainable future.
