Abu Dhabi Airports has welcomed long-time cargo executive Steven Polmans as its new Vice President of Business Development & Regulatory Affairs at Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ).

In his new role, Polmans will establish an integrated long-term strategic plan for ADAFZ, oversee regulatory affairs and compliance matters and be responsible for new projects from inception to completion.

Polmans brings a wealth of cargo experience to ADAC from previous roles as Chief Customer Officer at Nallian, Chairman of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Founder and Chairman of Air Cargo Belguim.

“We are excited to have Steven on board and we are confident his experience in both aviation and cargo would help drive further expansion at Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone that is a fast-growing business and an increasingly attractive option for businesses that wish to set up in Abu Dhabi and leverage our strategic location, excellent connectivity through three international airports and a wide range of landside and airside facilities.” said Francois Bourienne, Chief Commercial Officer, Abu Dhabi Airports.